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SDTEST® has 38 different VUCA polls that calculate the 13,643 correlation values between stages of development according to the theory of Spiral Dynamics and answer options of these 38 polls.


We invite curiosity about the systemic mechanisms behind this correlation. There may be hidden variables that provide alternative explanations.


In our analysis of the poll "What will you do this week to look after your mental health?" we found an intriguing positive linear correlation that warrants closer examination:


0.2551 (Pearson) between the Be physically active and the Purple stage (Italy, four languages).


The critical value of the correlation coefficient for a non-normal distribution, by Spearman, is r = 0.1396. Nevertheless, this positive linear correlation of 0.2551 meets the reliability criteria but does not necessarily imply causation. 



This positive correlation of 0.2551 between Being physically active as a mental health strategy and the Purple stage offers profound insights when viewed through the lens of the Purple value system:


Organizational Perspective:


Organizations operating within the Purple mindset might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Validation of their traditional approach that honors ancestral wisdom about the connection between physical movement and spiritual wellbeing.
  2. Confirmation that their community-based physical rituals strengthen both individual and collective mental health.
  3. Evidence supporting their belief that physical activities aligned with natural rhythms and cycles maintain harmony with the spiritual world.

These organizations might respond by:

  • Implementing traditional movement practices that reconnect members with ancestral wisdom and community bonds.
  • Designing ceremonial physical activities that honor the spirits of place and integrate mental and spiritual wellbeing.
  • Creating protected times and spaces for communal physical rituals that reinforce group identity and belonging.


Team Perspective:


Teams operating from a Purple mindset might approach this correlation by:

  1. Viewing it as affirmation of their practice of incorporating movement into team rituals and gatherings.
  2. Interpreting it as support for their belief that physical activities strengthen the mystical bonds between team members.
  3. Seeing it as validation for maintaining traditional physical practices that have sustained their community for generations.

These teams might respond by:

  • Adopting regular physical ceremonies that mark important transitions or challenges facing the team.
  • Incorporating movement practices guided by respected elders or spiritual leaders of the community.
  • Celebrating physical activities that connect members to their shared heritage and ancestral strength.


Individual Perspective:


Individuals aligned with the Purple value system might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Personal validation of their intuitive understanding that physical movement connects them to ancestral wisdom.
  2. Evidence supporting their practice of engaging in traditional physical activities to maintain spiritual protection.
  3. Confirmation of the value they place on movement rituals that strengthen their connection to community and place.

These individuals might respond by:

  • Consciously engaging in physical practices passed down through generations to maintain mental balance.
  • Viewing physical activity as a way to honor ancestors and gain their protection against mental distress.
  • Using traditional movement as a means to reinforce their place within the community and cosmic order.


This correlation, viewed through the Purple lens, suggests that those operating at the Purple level recognize physical activity not merely as exercise but as a sacred practice connecting them to ancestors, community, and spiritual forces. It implies that the Purple value system's focus on tradition and spirituality naturally elevates physical activity as essential for mental wellbeing.


The reasons why Being physically active might be particularly valuable for mental health in the Purple stage could include:

  1. Ancestral Connection: Physical movements connect practitioners to the wisdom and protection of ancestors.
  2. Community Bonding: Traditional physical activities strengthen group identity and belonging essential to mental wellbeing.
  3. Spiritual Harmony: Movement rituals maintain balance with spiritual forces that influence mental states.
  4. Natural Rhythms: Physical activities aligned with natural cycles keep individuals in harmony with cosmic forces.
  5. Protective Rituals: Traditional movements serve as protective rituals against harmful spiritual influences that could affect mental health.


This correlation prompts us to consider how different value systems influence approaches to mental health. It raises questions about the potential wisdom in traditional, community-based approaches to physical activity for mental wellbeing.


Ultimately, this correlation highlights how in Purple-dominant contexts, particularly in Italy, physical activity may be embraced not primarily for its physiological benefits but for its power to maintain spiritual harmony, community bonds, and ancestral connections—all crucial factors for mental health in this worldview.



In our analysis of the poll "Reasons why people give up" (by Anna Vital [1]), we found an intriguing positive linear correlation that warrants closer examination:


0.0820 (Pearson) between the Assume their problems are unique and the Red stage.


The critical value of the correlation coefficient for a non-normal distribution, by Spearman, is r = 0.0022. Nevertheless, this positive linear correlation of 0.0820 meets the reliability criteria but does not necessarily imply causation. 



This positive correlation of 0.0820 between "Assume their problems are unique" as a reason for giving up and the Red stage offers intriguing insights when viewed through the lens of the Red value system:


Organizational Perspective:


Organizations operating within the Red mindset might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Validation of their power-driven approach that prizes individual distinction and exceptional challenges.
  2. Confirmation that their competitive culture naturally fosters a sense of unique struggle among members.
  3. Evidence supporting their belief that exceptional individuals face exceptional obstacles that others cannot comprehend.

These organizations might respond by:

  • Implementing recognition systems that celebrate those who overcome seemingly insurmountable personal challenges.
  • Designing competitive environments that further emphasize individual struggle as a mark of strength and uniqueness.
  • Creating narratives that glorify the lone warrior battling against unique adversities.


Team Perspective:


Teams operating from a Red mindset might approach this correlation by:

  1. Viewing it as affirmation of their competitive team dynamic where each member faces their own distinct battles.
  2. Interpreting it as support for their practice of individual recognition rather than collaborative problem-solving.
  3. Seeing it as validation for prioritizing personal glory over shared experiences and collective solutions.

These teams might respond by:

  • Adopting structures that emphasize individual heroics over collaborative approaches to challenges.
  • Encouraging team members to distinguish themselves through facing and overcoming personal obstacles.
  • Celebrating instances where individuals conquered seemingly unique problems through sheer force of will.


Individual Perspective:


Individuals aligned with the Red value system might interpret this correlation as:

  1. 1. Personal validation of their perception that their struggles are indeed extraordinary and unique to them.
  2. 2. Evidence supporting their belief that ordinary solutions are inadequate for their exceptional challenges.
  3. 3. Confirmation of the value they place on approaching problems as singular battles that must be won through personal power.

These individuals might respond by:

  • - Consciously framing their challenges as unprecedented and beyond others' understanding.
  • - Viewing assistance or shared experience as a threat to their identity as exceptional warriors.
  • - Using their perception of unique problems to further distinguish themselves from others perceived as weaker.


This correlation, viewed through the Red lens, suggests that those operating at the Red level may indeed give up when they believe their problems are unique – not despite this belief but because of how it interacts with their value system. It implies that the Red value system's focus on individual power and exceptionalism creates a paradox where the very perception that should drive conquest can instead lead to surrender.


The reasons why assuming problems are unique might lead to giving up in the Red stage could include:

  1. Status Preservation: Giving up preserves the myth of the unbeatable challenge that only they were brave enough to face.
  2. Identity Protection: Abandoning the fight before failure protects their identity as potentially unconquerable warriors.
  3. Excuse Mechanism: The belief in unique problems provides a face-saving explanation for retreat without admitting weakness.
  4. Glory Calculation: If the challenge cannot yield sufficient glory due to its unique nature, it may not be worth the effort.
  5. Recognition Deficit: Without others acknowledging the exceptional nature of their struggle, motivation may wane.


This correlation prompts us to consider how different value systems influence approaches to perseverance and problem-solving. It raises questions about the double-edged nature of individualism and exceptionalism in the face of challenges.


Ultimately, this correlation highlights how in Red-dominant contexts, the perception of unique problems may serve both as a source of initial motivation and eventual surrender – a dynamic tension inherent in a worldview that prizes individual power above all else.



In our analysis of the poll "What makes a boss a great leader?" we found an intriguing positive linear correlation that warrants closer examination:


0.2471 (Pearson) between the Trustworthiness and the Blue stage (Armenia, two languages).


The critical value of the correlation coefficient for a non-normal distribution, by Spearman, is r = 0.1938. Nevertheless, this positive linear correlation of 0.2471 meets the reliability criteria but does not necessarily imply causation. 



This positive correlation of 0.2471 between Trustworthiness as a leadership quality and the Blue stage offers significant insights when viewed through the lens of the Blue value system:


Organizational Perspective:


Organizations operating within the Blue mindset might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Validation of their order-based approach that places moral integrity and predictability at the center of effective leadership.
  2. Confirmation that their hierarchical structures function optimally when leaders demonstrate unwavering trustworthiness.
  3. Evidence supporting their belief that adherence to established codes of conduct creates the trust necessary for organizational success.

These organizations might respond by:

  • Implementing rigorous character assessments when selecting leaders to ensure trustworthiness.
  • Designing comprehensive codes of conduct and ethical guidelines that leaders must exemplify.
  • Creating systems where leaders are held strictly accountable to moral standards and organizational traditions.


Team Perspective:


Teams operating from a Blue mindset might approach this correlation by:

  1. Viewing it as affirmation of their expectation that leaders should be moral exemplars worthy of followers' trust.
  2. Interpreting it as support for their practice of loyal obedience to trustworthy authority figures.
  3. Seeing it as validation for prioritizing consistent, rule-following leaders over charismatic but unpredictable ones.

These teams might respond by:

  • Adopting formalized processes for evaluating leadership trustworthiness through objective criteria.
  • Establishing clear protocols for reporting and addressing any breaches of trust.
  • Celebrating instances of leadership that demonstrate steadfast adherence to organizational values and promises.


Individual Perspective:


Individuals aligned with the Blue value system might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Personal validation of their belief in the supreme importance of moral character in leadership.
  2. Evidence supporting their practice of judging leaders based on consistency and adherence to established principles.
  3. Confirmation of the value they place on leaders whose words and actions align with organizational tradition and higher purpose.

These individuals might respond by:

  • Consciously developing their own trustworthiness to prepare for potential leadership roles.
  • Viewing leaders who compromise standards for expediency with deep suspicion.
  • Using trustworthiness as the primary criterion when deciding which leaders deserve their loyalty and commitment.


This correlation, viewed through the Blue lens, suggests that those operating at the Blue level in Armenia particularly value leadership trustworthiness. It implies that the Blue value system's focus on order, duty, and moral codes naturally elevates trustworthiness as the cornerstone of legitimate authority.


The reasons why Trustworthiness might be especially valued for leadership in the Blue stage in Armenia could include:

  1. Historical Context: Armenia's religious heritage establishes moral trustworthiness as essential to proper authority.
  2. Institutional Stability: Trustworthy leadership ensures predictability and continuity in traditional structures.
  3. Moral Certainty: Leaders who demonstrate unwavering trustworthiness reflect the cosmic order and divine principles.
  4. Collective Security: In a society valuing traditional norms, trustworthy leaders safeguard established social boundaries.
  5. Dutiful Alignment: Leaders whose trustworthiness extends to upholding traditional values reinforce the entire social order.


This correlation prompts us to consider how different value systems influence expectations of leadership. It raises questions about the enduring importance of trust-based leadership in contexts where clear moral frameworks and traditional structures are highly valued.


Ultimately, this correlation highlights how in Blue-dominant contexts in Armenia, trustworthiness may be seen not merely as one desirable leadership trait among many, but as the fundamental moral foundation upon which legitimate authority must be built.



In our analysis of the poll "Gender difference in building self-confidence" (IFD Allensbach), we found an intriguing negative linear correlation that warrants closer examination:


-0.1425 (Pearson) between the Recognition by men and the Orange stage.


The critical value of the correlation coefficient for a normal distribution, by William Sealy Gosset (Student), is r = 0.1056. Nevertheless, this negative linear correlation of -0.1425 meets the reliability criteria but does not necessarily imply causation. 



This negative correlation of -0.1425 between Recognition by men and the Orange stage offers fascinating insights when viewed through the lens of the Orange value system:


Organizational Perspective:


Organizations operating within the Orange mindset might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Validation of their meritocratic approach where objective achievements matter more than subjective recognition from any gender group.
  2. Confirmation that data-driven performance metrics and measurable results are more reliable confidence builders than interpersonal validation.
  3. Evidence supporting their belief that self-confidence in a rational organization should be derived from demonstrable competence rather than social approval.

These organizations might respond by:

  • Implementing more objective, quantifiable performance evaluation systems.
  • Developing recognition programs based on measurable achievements rather than subjective assessments.
  • Creating professional development paths that emphasize skill acquisition and measurable growth metrics.


Team Perspective:


Teams operating from an Orange mindset might approach this correlation by:

  1. Viewing it as confirmation that effective teams should focus on objective outcomes rather than interpersonal validation.
  2. Interpreting it as support for their practice of evaluating team members based on contributions to goals rather than social dynamics.
  3. Seeing it as validation for prioritizing expertise and competence over relationship management.

These teams might respond by:

  • Establishing clear performance metrics for all team members regardless of gender.
  • Creating project management structures that emphasize trackable progress and measurable outcomes.
  • Fostering a culture where recognition is tied to innovation, efficiency, and problem-solving ability.


Individual Perspective:


Individuals aligned with the Orange value system might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Personal validation of their focus on self-reliance and achievement-based self-worth.
  2. Evidence supporting their belief that true confidence comes from personal accomplishments rather than external validation.
  3. Confirmation that their investment in skills development and measurable achievements is the correct path to professional confidence.

These individuals might respond by:

  • Actively seeking opportunities to demonstrate expertise and technical mastery.
  • Viewing their accomplishments and credentials as the primary source of legitimate self-confidence.
  • Using objective feedback and performance data to guide personal development.


This correlation, viewed through the Orange lens, suggests that those operating at the Orange level may place less value on recognition from men as a source of self-confidence. It implies that the Orange value system's emphasis on rationality, measurable achievement, and objective success metrics aligns with a more self-directed and merit-based approach to confidence building.


The reasons why Recognition by men might not be important in building self-confidence in the Orange stage could include:

  1. Merit-Based Validation: In the Orange stage, confidence derives from objective achievements and measurable outcomes, not gendered social validation.
  2. Rational Self-Assessment: The Orange value system prioritizes logical self-evaluation based on demonstrable competence over external opinions.
  3. Credential-Based Worth: Qualifications, certifications, and verifiable accomplishments provide more reliable confidence markers than interpersonal recognition.
  4. Competitive Individualism: Self-reliance and individual achievement are valued over social approval or relationship-based validation.
  5. Scientific Mindset: The Orange stage's emphasis on empirical evidence leads individuals to trust performance metrics over subjective recognition.


This correlation prompts us to consider how different value systems influence the sources of self-confidence. It raises questions about the relative importance of objective achievement versus social validation across different developmental stages, particularly in professional environments where measurable results are prioritized.


Ultimately, this correlation highlights the complex interplay between cultural values, gender dynamics, and professional identity development. In Orange-dominant environments, recognition may be seen not as a primary source of confidence but as a secondary outcome of demonstrable competence and achievement.



In our analysis of the poll "Actions of companies in relation to personnel in the last month (fact, %)," we found an intriguing positive linear correlation that warrants closer examination:


0.7833 (Pearson) between the Employees were sent on unpaid vacation and the Green stage (Great Britain, two languages).


The critical value of the correlation coefficient for a normal distribution, by William Sealy Gosset (Student), is r = 0.6058. Nevertheless, this positive linear correlation of 0.7833 meets the reliability criteria but does not necessarily imply causation.



This positive correlation of 0.7833 between Employees being sent on unpaid vacation and the Green stage in Great Britain offers compelling insights when viewed through the lens of the Green value system:


Organizational Perspective:


Organizations operating within the Green mindset might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Validation of their communal, people-first approach to navigating business challenges.
  2. Confirmation that preserving long-term employee relationships takes precedence over short-term financial imperatives.
  3. Evidence supporting their belief that shared sacrifice is preferable to permanent workforce reductions.

These organizations might respond by:

  • Implementing unpaid leave policies designed with extensive employee input and consensus.
  • Developing transparent communication frameworks that emphasize collective responsibility and shared burden.
  • Creating support systems for those on unpaid leave to maintain community connection and belonging.


Team Perspective:


Teams operating from a Green mindset might approach this correlation by:

  1. Viewing it as an affirmation of their collective identity and mutual support values.
  2. Interpreting it as supporting their belief that temporary sacrifice preserves team integrity and avoids the trauma of layoffs.
  3. Seeing it as validation for prioritizing the equitable distribution of hardship over hierarchical decision-making.

These teams might respond by:

  • Facilitating consensus-building sessions to determine how unpaid leave is distributed.
  • Encouraging team members to support each other through skill-sharing and resource pooling.
  • Celebrating instances of solidarity as demonstrations of the team's commitment to collective wellbeing.


Individual Perspective:


Individuals aligned with the Green value system might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Personal validation of their commitment to community well-being over individual advancement.
  2. Evidence supporting their belief that temporary personal sacrifice preserves the social fabric.
  3. Confirmation of the value they place on equity and fairness in workplace relationships.

These individuals might respond by:

  • Actively participating in decision-making processes around unpaid leave policies.
  • Viewing their acceptance of unpaid leave as a contribution to organizational sustainability.
  • Using the time off to strengthen community bonds and pursue socially meaningful activities.


This correlation, viewed through the Green lens, suggests that those operating at the Green level may be more likely to implement and accept unpaid vacation as a compassionate alternative to permanent job losses. It implies that the Green value system's emphasis on community preservation, shared responsibility, and holistic thinking aligns with a more collaborative approach to navigating economic challenges.


The reasons why Employees were sent on unpaid vacation might be seen as aligned with the Green stage in Great Britain could include:

  1. Community Preservation: Unpaid leave maintains the organizational community intact rather than severing relationships through layoffs.
  2. Equitable Burden-Sharing: The approach distributes hardship more equitably rather than concentrating the impact on fewer individuals.
  3. Consensus-Driven Solutions: Unpaid vacation policies may emerge from inclusive decision-making processes valued in Green organizations.
  4. Long-Term Relationship Value: Green organizations prioritize preserving long-term relationships over short-term financial optimization.
  5. Holistic Wellbeing: This approach considers the psychological and social impacts of workforce decisions, not just economic factors.


This correlation prompts us to consider how different value systems influence responses to business challenges. It raises questions about the potential benefits and drawbacks of a Green approach to workforce management during difficult times, particularly in contexts where both financial viability and social cohesion are crucial.


Ultimately, this correlation highlights the complex interplay between cultural values, economic realities, and organizational ethics. In Green-dominant environments, unpaid vacation might be seen not merely as a cost-cutting measure but as an expression of communal solidarity and a commitment to preserving the organizational ecosystem.



In our analysis of the poll "What qualities and abilities do good leaders use when building successful teams?" we found an intriguing positive linear correlation that warrants closer examination:


0.0641 (Pearson) between the Active listener and the Yellow stage.


The critical value of the correlation coefficient for a normal distribution, by William Sealy Gosset (Student), is r = 0.0388. Nevertheless, this positive linear correlation of 0.0641 meets the reliability criteria but does not necessarily imply causation. 



This positive correlation of 0.0641 between an Active listener as a leadership quality and the Yellow stage offers nuanced insights when viewed through the lens of the Yellow value system:


Organizational Perspective:


Companies operating within the Yellow mindset might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Validation of their systems-thinking approach where deep listening enables the perception of complex interconnections and emergent patterns.
  2. Confirmation that adaptive leadership requires absorbing multiple perspectives without immediate judgment or categorization.
  3. Evidence supporting their belief that organizational intelligence emerges from integrating diverse viewpoints across hierarchical levels.

These organizations might respond by:

  • Implementing developmental frameworks that explicitly value listening as a complex cognitive skill rather than just a communication technique.
  • Designing organizational structures that optimize information flow across traditional boundaries.
  • Creating leadership development paths that emphasize the integration of seemingly contradictory perspectives.


Team Perspective:


Teams operating from a Yellow mindset might approach this correlation by:

  1. Viewing it as confirmation that effective teams require leaders who can perceive and integrate the full spectrum of team knowledge.
  2. Interpreting it as support for their practice of valuing both the content and context of communication.
  3. Seeing it as validation for their emphasis on emergent understanding rather than predetermined solutions.

These teams might respond by:

  • Establishing subtle feedback mechanisms that capture both explicit and implicit knowledge.
  • Creating spaces for both structured and unstructured listening across different contexts.
  • Fostering team cultures where listening is recognized as an active, creative process rather than passive reception.


Individual Perspective:


Individuals aligned with the Yellow value system might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Personal validation of their commitment to understanding underlying patterns and systemic dynamics through attentive listening.
  2. Evidence supporting their intuition that effective leadership requires presence and perceptual openness.
  3. Confirmation that their investment in developing nuanced listening skills contributes meaningfully to team effectiveness.

These individuals might respond by:

  • Actively developing tiered listening skills that perceive content, emotion, context, and systemic implications simultaneously.
  • Viewing their listening practice as a method for detecting both patterns and anomalies in complex systems.
  • Using diverse listening modalities to access different dimensions of team intelligence.


This correlation, viewed through the Yellow lens, suggests that those operating at the Yellow level recognize active listening as more than a communication skill—it's a systemic intelligence tool. It implies that the Yellow value system's emphasis on complexity, integration, and multiple perspectives aligns with sophisticated listening practices that capture both what is said and what remains unspoken.


The reasons why an Active listener might be particularly valued as a leadership quality in the Yellow stage could include:

  1. Complexity Navigation: Active listening helps leaders perceive multiple layers of reality simultaneously, essential for navigating complex adaptive systems.
  2. Integrative Function: Listening serves as the primary method for integrating diverse perspectives without reducing them to false equivalences.
  3. Pattern Recognition: Deep listening enables the detection of subtle patterns and weak signals that indicate emerging opportunities or challenges.
  4. Paradox Management: Active listening helps leaders hold contradictory viewpoints in awareness without premature resolution.
  5. Developmental Attunement: Listening allows leaders to perceive and respond to different developmental needs and capacities across team members.


This correlation prompts us to consider active listening not merely as a communication skill but as a fundamental cognitive capacity for complexity management. It raises questions about how listening practices might evolve across different developmental stages, particularly as leaders navigate increasingly complex and ambiguous environments.


Ultimately, this correlation highlights the sophisticated understanding of leadership emerging in Yellow-oriented systems. In Yellow-dominant environments, active listening may be recognized as a primary tool for integration, allowing leaders to synthesize diverse perspectives into coherent yet flexible approaches to complex challenges.



In our analysis of the poll "What makes people successful at work?" we found an intriguing positive linear correlation that warrants closer examination:


0.0455 (Pearson) between the Empathy and the Turquoise stage.


The critical value of the correlation coefficient for a normal distribution, by William Sealy Gosset (Student), is r = 0.0383. Nevertheless, this positive linear correlation of 0.0455 meets the reliability criteria but does not necessarily imply causation. 



This positive correlation of 0.0455 between Empathy as a factor for workplace success and the Turquoise stage offers profound insights when viewed through the lens of the Turquoise value system:


Organizational Perspective:


Organizations operating within the Turquoise mindset might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Validation of their interconnected approach that recognizes empathy as central to organizational effectiveness.
  2. Confirmation that their integrative leadership models fostering deep understanding across all levels create sustainable success.
  3. Evidence supporting their belief that compassionate organizational cultures yield greater innovation and adaptability.

These organizations might respond by:

  • Implementing empathy-centered decision frameworks that consider impacts across multiple stakeholders and systems.
  • Designing evaluative measures that explicitly value and reward empathetic leadership and collaboration.
  • Creating learning environments that cultivate perspective-taking as a core organizational competency.


Team Perspective:


Teams operating from a Turquoise mindset might approach this correlation by:

  1. Viewing it as affirmation of their collaborative practices that prioritize understanding each member's unique perspectives.
  2. Interpreting it as support for their fluid communication patterns that honor emotional intelligence alongside technical expertise.
  3. Seeing it as validation for dedicating time and resources to developing deeper interpersonal understanding.

These teams might respond by:

  • Adopting meeting protocols that integrate empathetic listening practices into workflow.
  • Incorporating regular perspective-sharing exercises that build collective intelligence.
  • Celebrating instances where empathetic understanding led to breakthrough solutions or prevented system failures.


Individual Perspective:


Individuals aligned with the Turquoise value system might interpret this correlation as:

  1. Personal validation of their intuitive understanding that success emerges from deep connection with others.
  2. Evidence supporting their practice of bringing their whole selves—including emotional intelligence—to workplace interactions.
  3. Confirmation of the value they place on understanding complex human systems alongside technical systems.

These individuals might respond by:

  • Consciously developing their empathetic capabilities through diverse exposures and experiences.
  • Viewing challenges as opportunities to deepen understanding of others' perspectives.
  • Using their empathetic insights to facilitate connections across different viewpoints and domains of expertise.


This correlation, viewed through the Turquoise lens, suggests that those operating at the Turquoise level recognize empathy not merely as a "soft skill" but as a fundamental capacity for success in complex adaptive systems. It implies that the Turquoise value system's holistic perspective and recognition of interconnectedness naturally elevates empathy as essential for workplace effectiveness.


The reasons why Empathy might be particularly valuable for success in the Turquoise stage could include:

  1. Systems Integration: Empathy enables understanding of how actions affect multiple interconnected systems.
  2. Adaptive Innovation: Deep understanding of diverse perspectives fuels more comprehensive and resilient solutions.
  3. Conflict Transformation: Empathetic perspective-taking transforms polarities into creative tensions that drive evolution.
  4. Ecological Awareness: Empathy extends beyond human systems to sensing impacts on broader living systems.
  5. Emergent Collaboration: The ability to empathetically attune to others enables high-functioning collective intelligence.


This correlation prompts us to consider how different value systems influence conceptions of workplace success. It raises questions about the potential of empathy as not merely an interpersonal skill but as a systems-level capacity for navigating complexity.


Ultimately, this correlation highlights the alignment between Turquoise consciousness and the increasingly recognized importance of empathy in our interconnected world. Success in complex adaptive systems may fundamentally depend on the capacity to understand and integrate diverse perspectives in service of the whole.



What insights do you gain from today's correlation? How might we study this relationship more carefully before deducing causation? 


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[1] https://www.linkedin.com/in/annavital/


2025.03.16
Valerii Kosenko
Product Owner SaaS SDTEST®

Valerii was qualified as a social pedagogue-psychologist in 1993 and has since applied his knowledge in project management.
Valerii obtained a Master's degree and the project and program manager qualification in 2013. During his Master's program, he became familiar with Project Roadmap (GPM Deutsche Gesellschaft für Projektmanagement e. V.) and Spiral Dynamics.
Valerii is the author of exploring the uncertainty of the V.U.C.A. concept using Spiral Dynamics and mathematical statistics in psychology, and 38 international polls.
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