๐ง Resilience and Neuroplasticity
Aug 15, 2023
In the context of change management, neuroplastic change is the foundation for behavior change and a pathway to develop resilience.
Neuroplasticity is the capacity for neurons and networks in the brain to change connections and behaviors in response to new information, stimulation, development, or trauma.
We can influence our brain development in positive or negative directions during periods of change and transformation. To encourage positive neuroplastic change in yourself or your team, consider the following:
๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ ๐. Challenge is an essential component of neuroplastic change. Remind your team that when we challenge our mind and body through mental and physical practices, our brains work better and longer, and we recover (bounce back) more quickly from future adversity.
๐ ๐๐ง๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง. When you give the skill you and your team are learning meaning and relevance, you will get the feeling of being rewarded while engaging in a new task. This is associated with neuroplastic change and resilience.
๐๐๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง. Focusing on a specific task or challenge increases the likelihood of positive neuroplastic change. Encourage your team to reduce distractions and avoid multi-tasking when possible.
๐๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ญ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง. Doing an activity once is not enough. To create new neuroplastic connections and improve resilience, try shorter bouts of intense repetition. Support yourself and your team's cognitive development by practicing the new skills and behaviors repeatedly.
๐๐๐ข๐ฆ๐. Neuroplastic change takes time for structural and functional change to occur. Be patient and remember to seek out and find joy in the process of change! Celebrate wins, highlight lessons learned, and focus on what you will gain because of your efforts.
Do you have an example of how you’ve leveraged the power of neuroplasticity to accelerate organizational change and improve team resilience? If so, please share in the comments!
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