TREND 13

Greater numbers of people will seek personal meaning in their lives in response to an intense,

high-tech, always-on, fast moving society.

Fact or Myth…..Time is money????

Many are stepping back from their fast-paced, workaholic lifestyles

Bringing balance into their lives

Making do with less

Radical Ideas???? WORK LESS

SLOW DOWN

STOP MULTITASKING

LISTEN TO YOUR HEART

A NEW ATTITUDE

People will be looking inward to personal relationships- as the physical and emotional foundation that supports them.

The Washington TimesJune 24, 2002

All consuming jobs of the 1990s are giving way to greater emphasis on achieving emotional gratification and social improvement.

Transformation stimulated by 911 terrorist attacks, Enron scandal, and a slowed economy.

77 percent of Americans want to spend more time with their families.

19 percent think making a lot of money is important

Personal liberty and material security do not in themselves bring contentment.

People will prioritize ‘life experiences’ over job security.

Health is a life-quality issue. Personal and family nutrition is a significant

casual and serious conversation.

What are people doing as diversions from work????

Being a consumer of the arts

Attending jazz, classical, music, opera, musical plays, ballet, and art museums

Attending sporting events

Sightseeing Dining Shopping Nightlife Visiting historical sites

IMPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOLS AND THE WHOLE OF SOCIETY Consider how business, government,

education and other institutions can contribute to work-life balance. Unless people recharge their batteries, they’re

going to burn out way too early. Provide students with a greater number of

humanities and arts courses- helping students learn how to build relationships and collaborate.

IMPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOLS AND THE WHOLE OF SOCIETY Attract more young people and seasoned

workers into public service careers, including education. People are placing a higher value on loyalty

and engagement in work environments – like teaching- valuing relationships and opportunities to change lives.

IMPLICATIONS FOR SCHOOLS AND THE WHOLE OF SOCIETY Pay more attention to emotional health.

Schools and colleges play a key educational role in building skills necessary to cope with situations that seem overwhelming.

Essential life and leadership skills could help students find perspective and give them a framework for dealing with emotional trauma.

FINAL THOUGHTS

The Quest is on for purposeful lives and meaningful legacies.

Loyalty wears thin when money is the only source of fulfillment.

Organizations can support emotional health by developing supportive policies and practices.

Greater levels of creativity and productivity flow from empowered people.