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Quick Spoon: Awareness often begins with a metaphorical itch
Published: 5 June 2026 at 06:00 Europe/London
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You can't lead beyond what you notice and awareness often begins with a metaphorical itch.
A feeling that something isn't quite right. Something isn't fitting. Something needs attention.
In this Quick Spoon, Ross reflects on a question that changed what he started paying attention to and explores why awareness can be uncomfortable, but essential for growth and leadership.
Reflection Question - What have you been noticing recently that you've been tempted to brush aside?
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