Ready, Steady, Grow: The Art and Science of Vertical Development [PREVIEW]

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In this insightful conversation, Corey DeVos and Beena Sharma explore the concept of vertical development and its importance in today's world. Beena, with over 30 years of experience in the field, shares her journey and evolving understanding of vertical development. The discussion covers several key areas: - The difference between horizontal and vertical development - Common challenges people face when growing into later stages of development - How vertical development can help address global challenges and metacrises - Practical advice and practices for fostering vertical development - The importance of polarity thinking in personal growth and understanding complex issues Beena emphasizes that vertical development is not a goal but an outcome of how we live and make sense of the world. She stresses the importance of integrating earlier stages of development and warns against complacency or self-congratulation at later stages. The conversation also touches on the application of vertical development to global issues, the role of AI in development, and the importance of having both power and perspective to effect change. Beena introduces her VEDA training programs, which offer in-depth exploration of vertical development for personal growth and professional application. The dialogue concludes with an invitation to the Integral community to engage with these programs and continue their developmental journey. To learn more about these training opportunities, click here: https://integrallife.com/veda-training Throughout the discussion, Beena and Corey highlight the transformative potential of understanding and applying vertical development principles in various aspects of life and society.