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Theory U

“Theory U” (Scharmer, 2009) proposes that the quality of the results that we create in any kind of social system is a function of the quality of awareness, attention, or consciousness that the participants in the system operate from.

Since it emerged around 2006, Theory U has come to be understood in three primary ways: first as a framework; second, as a method for leading profound change; and third, as a way of being – connecting to the more authentic of higher aspects of our self.

By moving through the “U” process, we learn to connect to our essential Self in the realm of ‘presencing’ – a term coined by Scharmer. When ‘presencing’ we are able to see our own blind spot and pay attention in a way that allows us to experience the opening of our minds, our hearts, and our wills. Through this process we are able to shift our awareness to allow us to connect with our best future possibility – and to realize it.