Day #7: Serving the Whole
Me–You–We | Diving Deeper with WE

Welcome to Day 7 of the 30-Day Say It Skillfully Challenge! You've been practicing aligning on shared reality, expressing appreciation, listening beneath the surface, and owning your part in the dynamic. Today builds on all of that by maintaining focus on we throughout a conversation, especially as disconnects may unfold.  

Creating shared reality is one thing; sustaining it is another. 

The strongest teams and relationships don't rely on perfect communication. They rely on people who notice when "we" starts to wobble—when assumptions creep in, energy drops, or momentum slows—and are willing to gently steady it. That's collective ownership for collective communication in action.

Today's Challenge: In a group interaction today (a meeting, collaboration, or shared decision), pay attention to how the "we" are working together. Ask yourself: "Are we still aligned? Are we moving as one, or as disjointed silos?" 
If you sense drift, try one small move to reinforce the shared interest: summarize what's been decided, name what still feels unclear, or invite a quieter voice into the conversation. No fixing required—refocus everyone on what serves the whole, the greater good. 

Notice what happens when someone aims to serve the whole group, not just their own role. Does tension ease? Does progress pick up?

At the end of the day, reflect on where the "we" felt strong. Identify where it might need a nudge. What did you learn about your ability to influence group dynamics without control or force? 

Cheering for you to make the most of this 30-day challenge—whether you're recommitting to a resolution, trying something new, or simply choosing to turn over a fresh leaf this year. One small step today can change how you show up all year long. You've got this!