We put a W in front of holonomy, a term coined by a physicist to describe the science of wholes and interacting parts. Any organizational success requires that staff understand and practice holonomous thinking. We will work with you to increase organizational effectiveness by elevating the five states of mind present in holonomy - consciousness, craftsmanship, efficacy, flexibility, and interdependence.

Holonomous thinking has been defined and described by practitioners of
Cognitive CoachingSM.  The following has been excerpted from the work of
Arthur L. Costa and Robert J. Garmston.

Holonomous people are able to:

• Extend their vision to perceive the largest possible perspective of a situation and realize that the "whole" is filled with detail,
• Envision the future by anticipating the consequences of their present actions as well as reflecting on their past experiences with those consequences before they act,
• Think beyond the immediacy of this moment's goals, desires, and gratifications to understand and care for deeper, long-range needs especially as they relate to achieving their own interests through the pursuit of outcomes that work for all, and
• Look beyond their personal view and even beyond the dominant view of a group or culture to hear, understand and empathize with the views and culture of others.

Holonomous organizations are comprised of people who think and act holonomously and have high levels of the following five states of mind.

Consciousness:   Knowing what and how I'm thinking about my work in this moment, and being willing to be aware of my actions and their effects.

Craftsmanship:   Knowing that I can continually perfect my craft, and being willing to work toward excellence and pursue ongoing learning.

Efficacy:   Knowing that I have the capacity to make a difference through my work and being willing to take the responsibility to do so.

Flexibility:   Knowing that I have and can develop options to consider about my work, and being willing to acknowledge and demonstrate respect and empathy for diverse perspectives.

Interdependence:   Knowing that we will benefit from our participation in, contribution to and receipt of professional relationships, and being willing to create and change relationships to benefit our work.

Ellison, Jane and Carolee Hayes. Cognitive Coaching Foundation Seminar Learning Guide, Sixth Edition.