As an icebreaker in a senior leadership development class I took, we each had to fill out an chart entitled "Personal compass" In the Northern portion we had to draw (no words) something that depicted "What is my life purpose" and "What gives me meaning?" In the South, we illustrated "Where do I receive nurturing and support?" The Eastern segment showed "What do I hope to accomplish personally and professionally in the next five years?" and the West side responded to "What are the two qualities I received from my family of origin?"
We then went around the class and everyone got up and explained their drawings. In learning everyone's values, we found common ground and were able to open up with one another from the start of the course. Its a great exercise to do with any group of people who are working together!
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