We see in this brief but wise observation that generative appreciation goes in both directions. We honor those who are older than we are (availing ourselves of Generative Two guidance) and those traditions and values that predate us (availing ourselves of Generative Three continuity). In return, we are respected and listened to by those we have appreciated and honored.
Conclusions
While we are ending this essay on a negative note, the warnings we have offered are presented in large part to remind us of the powerful motives that underlie our generative acts and the great benefit that Generativity Three brings to our personal and collective lives, especially if this form of generativity is being explored in a professional coaching session. It is in Generativity Three that we broaden our temporal horizon—especially when we are working with a professional coach. We go back in time, explore current values, and envision the future. We honor both the past and the future. Reciprocity of past and future is a good thing. It enables a dynamic interplay across generations in a community or nation. The enabling of this interplay becomes the focus point of our next essay. We turn to Generativity Four and the challenges of civic engagement.
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