Welcome to the Notion page for Paradox mapping from The New Workday.

Paradox mapping is a valuable tool for individuals and organisations alike. It helps to address complex and conflicting issues by tracing them back to their fundamental poles and finding a balanced approach that integrates both sides. By using this approach, people can achieve a deeper understanding of their challenges, identify the value in opposing perspectives, and develop effective strategies for resolution. Have fun with it!

– Harrison

The steps are:

  1. Identify the polarities
  2. Understand the value of both sides of each polarity
  3. Then find strategies for managing and integrating them

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Prevalent paradoxes

Here’s a growing list of paradoxes to be managed with paradox mapping. Feel free to add to it!

  1. The paradox of work-life balance: managing the need for both a fulfilling career and quality time with loved ones.

  2. The paradox of creativity and structure: finding the right balance between free-form expression and controlled structure to produce quality work.

  3. The paradox of freedom and responsibility: balancing the desire for independence with the need to fulfil obligations and duties.

  4. The paradox of collaboration and individuality: finding the balance between teamwork and solo work to achieve the best results.

  5. The paradox of innovation and tradition: embracing change while preserving cultural heritage and values.

  6. The paradox of ambition and contentment: striving for success while maintaining a sense of happiness and satisfaction.

  7. The paradox of growth and stability: finding the balance between expanding your horizons and maintaining stability in life.

  8. The paradox of control and surrender: balancing the desire for control with the need to surrender and trust in the journey.

  9. The paradox of individuality and community: balancing self-expression with the need for social interaction and community.

  10. The paradox of progress and preservation: balancing the drive for progress with the need to protect and preserve the environment and cultural heritage.

  11. [add more here…]

This template was first shared in an edition of the New Workday newsletter.

If you want to share your findings with Harrison, he’s at [email protected]

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