Spiral Dynamics in Action

4Natural Design – The Ever-Emerging Ecology

Natural Design Conceptualized

Natural design, Orr (2003) explains, refers to a stance on psychology and biology that systemically studies concepts such as the internal feeling, motivation, adaptation and development of a system; rather than reductionist explanations of how we can take things apart:

• One-size-fits-all solutions are never helpful.
• A natural design process that searches for the DNA-like code at the core of the social system is critical.
• The unique nature of the rhythms and interconnections that flow through it should be described.
• An awareness of the energy flow is critical.
• Don Beck is continuously using new technologies in the development of a Vital Signs Monitor.
• One must be able to understand how the total entity responds and what the needs are for shifts.

In contrast with rigid, artificial and top-down leadership and management models, I advise that the following principles be considered:

The Underlying Principles and Processes of “the Natural.”

It is important early on detect the ebb and flow of the social system, the unique patterns within the dispersal of information and the energy that is unique to diverse functions and sub-functions. Leaders should be able to detect the deepest ^VMEMEtic code within corporate suites and in power centers. Spiral Dynamics wizards can assist decision-makers in detecting the natural flow within their specific organizational culture or community.

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