Philosophy of Recognition

accept the task of discerning signs of valuable potential in others and harnessing this potential for the purposes of the group

have the ability to refresh their cognitive models by challenging their own thinking in order to have sharp mental clarity and discernment

recognise their own limitations and habitual responses that might get in the way of seeing clearly

deal with the sometimes very testing personal dynamics among the crew as individuals face different personal and interpersonal struggles

understand that non-recognition is harmful and even dangerous; it can mean not seeing important information about a situation and can cause conflict in inter-personal relations

understand that values such as reciprocity, humility, response-ability (to respond, not react), and respect for all living creatures are crucial for successful leadership.