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The Distortion and Degradation of National Identity in the Cross-Cultural Setting: Psychological Mechanisms and Pathologies
Abstract National identity is both a psychological construct and a sociocultural performance that relies on stable cues, shared norms, and collective reinforcement. When individuals leave their familiar national context, this stabilizing matrix weakens, and identity becomes more reactive, more fragile, and more vulnerable to distortion. This paper examines the psychological and pathological processes that drive identity degradation when nationals seek mobility beyond the nati
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1 day ago38 min read


Are You Lucky? Exploring the Psychology and Strategy of Creating Luck
Introduction Luck is often seen as an unpredictable force, a matter of fate or coincidence. But what if luck is not entirely random? What...
marcvincentwest
Mar 1714 min read


The Paradox of Truth: Navigating Complexity, Development, and Sustainability in a Fractured World
Introduction Continuing our previous article on Consciousness article, where we covered the relationship between consciousness,...
marcvincentwest
Mar 937 min read


The Human Condition as a System: Conscious Evolution, Complexity, Ambiguity, and the Paradox of Progress
Introduction: The Human Condition as a Living System Human creativity is often described as the "Mother of Invention," a phrase that...
marcvincentwest
Mar 241 min read


Leadership Edge Podcast: Psychometrics and Behavior Assessments - A Comprehensive Guide
Join us on this episode of The Leadership Edge podcast as our hosts delve into a comprehensive guide on Psychometrics and Behavioral...
marcvincentwest
Feb 211 min read


Mastering Complexity: Contextual Mastery in Modern Organizations
In this episode of The Leadership Edge podcast series, we dive, Mastering Complexity: The Power of Contextual Mastery in Navigating...
marcvincentwest
Feb 181 min read


Driving Sustainable Cultural Transformation
"Understanding the Role of Culture in Complex Organizational Change: A Blueprint for Sustainable Success” In this episode of The Leadership Edge Podcast , we take a deep dive into strategically guiding cultural transformation for lasting impact. Leveraging insights from frameworks like Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions, we provide leaders and organizational development professionals with practical tools to assess, analyze, and address cultural differences within complex change i
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Feb 161 min read


Meritocracy in Organizations: A Holistic Approach to Performance, Productivity and Reward.
Introduction Defining Meritocracy: Meritocracy is a system in which individuals are evaluated, rewarded, and advanced based on their...
marcvincentwest
Jan 2632 min read


Mastering Complexity: The Power of Contextual Mastery in Navigating Modern Challenges in Organizations
Introduction In an era defined by rapid change, increased complexity, and interconnected challenges, contextual mastery has emerged as an...
marcvincentwest
Jan 2330 min read


The Subtle Shadows of Nihilism: How It Impacts Workplace Culture and Performance
Introduction Nihilism, often perceived as a philosophical rejection of meaning or purpose, tends to be associated with extreme...
marcvincentwest
Jan 77 min read


Understanding the Role of Culture in Complex Organizational Change: A Blueprint for Sustainable Success.
Introduction In an era marked by change, the need for cultural transformation has never been more evident. While CEOs and stakeholders...
marcvincentwest
Nov 23, 202440 min read


The Modernist Movement: Music as a Catalyst for Identity, Style, and Social Evolution
Growing up in Britain during the Swinging '60s, I was immersed in an era defined by vibrant expression and cultural transformation. The...
marcvincentwest
Nov 1, 20245 min read


A Guide to Psychometrics and Behavior Assessments
Introduction Have you ever wondered why individuals react differently in similar situations? Understanding these differences is crucial...
marcvincentwest
Oct 29, 202420 min read


Why Defining Roles and Responsibilities is Critical to Organizational Effectiveness, Productivity, and Teaming.
Introduction In today’s complex and interconnected organizational landscape, clearly defining roles and responsibilities is essential to...
marcvincentwest
Oct 28, 202417 min read


Navigating the Nuances: Emotional Intelligence and Communication in High and Low Context Cultures.
1.0 Introduction In today’s globalized world, understanding how different organizational cultures communicate is essential for fostering...
marcvincentwest
Sep 13, 202413 min read


Arrested Development and Organizational Maturity: Understanding the Friction Between Growth and Stagnation
1.0 Introduction: Developmental Maturity as a Core Organizational Concept In today's fast-paced business environment, developmental...
marcvincentwest
Sep 10, 202427 min read


Promoting Psychological Well-being: A Guide to ISO 45003
Before diving into the article, I would like to start with posing a series of questions: Before diving into the article, I would like to...
marcvincentwest
Aug 6, 202429 min read


Autocracy and Coercive Leadership in the Workplace: The Path to Heartfelt Secure Bases.
Introduction By reading this article, readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of how autocratic and coercive leadership styles...
marcvincentwest
Jul 26, 202411 min read


Building Secure Foundations: Implementing a Philosophy of Secure Bases to Foster Innovation and Success in Organizations.
Introduction John Bowlby, a renowned British psychologist and the pioneer of attachment theory, famously said. "All of life is a series...
marcvincentwest
Jul 25, 20247 min read


The Depth of Heartfelt Connections: Creating Purposeful and Meaningful Relationships in the Workplace
In a world that often prioritizes the tangible and transactional, the distinction between relationships of the heart and those of the...
marcvincentwest
May 18, 20243 min read
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