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What does it mean?
Change the physical environment to alter the dynamic of a situation or gathering.
In plain terms
Adjusting the layout can change how people interact.
What can you take from it?
Modify your surroundings to shift focus or behavior.

Where it applies

  • meetings
  • conflicts
  • social gatherings

Putting it to work

  • rearrange seating
  • alter workspace layout
  • shift room setup

Questions to consider

  • How does your environment influence your mindset?
  • What small change could improve your current setting?

Another view

Physical changes alone cannot fix deeper relational issues.

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