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Running toward the roar.

J Flower

    Physician Executive
    |February 6, 1997
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Embracing paradox is key to personal growth and navigating change. Accepting ambiguity, especially in healthcare, allows for deeper insight and successful adaptation to new circumstances.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Management
    • Organizational Psychology
    • Personal Development

    Background:

    • The healthcare sector faces increasing complexity and change.
    • Traditional approaches to professional development may not suffice.
    • Understanding one's core purpose is becoming critical for adaptation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the role of paradox in personal and professional growth.
    • To examine how accepting ambiguity aids in managing change.
    • To highlight the importance of self-reflection on core identity within healthcare.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of paradox and change management.
    • Exploration of self-reflection techniques.
    • Case study implications for the healthcare industry.

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    Main Results:

    • Paradox is identified as a crucial space for insight and growth.
    • Accepting paradox, rather than avoiding it, facilitates successful change.
    • Defining one's fundamental purpose ('What business am I in?') is essential for development.

    Conclusions:

    • Embracing paradox is fundamental to personal and professional evolution.
    • Healthcare professionals must learn to thrive in ambiguous environments.
    • Continuous self-assessment and acceptance of complexity are vital for success in healthcare.