Valuing Intelligence – Recognizing Value

Appreciative intelligence is very similar to that taught by Viktor Frankl. He explains it in his book Life must have meaning . In general, it is the ability to identify opportunities in the midst of adversity. It is also about being able to see the value of people to activate it and to make it the lighthouse that leads you in the midst of difficulties and challenges.

This concept appeared in 2006 after the publication of the book Appreciate Intelligence: Seeing the Mighty Oak in the Acorn by Professor Tojo J. Thatchenkery of the University of Texas at Arlington. It is a tool to promote innovation and a more resilient attitude to achieve success. Either that or just for professional achievement.

In recent years, the so-called “black swans” have  only increased their presence in all human contexts. These elements, which are defined by the philosopher Nassim Taleb as “unforeseen events that threaten human stability”, are happening more and more often. They test you and feed your insecurities.

Everything you take for granted can change from one moment to the next. As you know, you are not always ready for that. The first step to meeting challenges is not to look for random strategies. It is also not to run away from what you can not control. The first step to meeting your problems and even taking advantage of them is to adjust your attitude.

This is because attitude brings out the best in every person. You can only achieve such a thing through gratitude. Through the gaze that dives into the best you are and that is able to connect with the most valuable part of each person.

The three components of valuing intelligence

Valuing intelligence is in theory a skill that everyone has. It is something that people can use at any time. As we mentioned above, this type of construction was created by Professor Tojo Thatchenkery in the early 2000s. He did so after exhaustive research in which he tried to understand what people and companies that achieved success had in common.

Three components build this type of intelligence or psychological competence according to this expert in change and development processes.

• Focus on the present. It is fundamental and important to have a well-developed intuition to explore possibilities. It is also important to see the current complexity in the middle of it all. For example, what dimensions you should take care of, how you can take advantage of them and then improve them. Whatever happened in the past, the real possibilities are here and now, and you should appreciate them.

• Try to appreciate the positive in each situation. Valuing intelligence is not nurtured by illusionist or simplistic positivism. In reality, this does not preclude or turn the gaze to difficulties or adversity. Instead, it pays attention to them, accepts them, and understands them. Know that in order to get the best out of yourself, however, you must recognize what is your best virtue, your most valuable asset, and make it your secret weapon.
• Visualize the future realistically (but specify desired goals). To move forward, either as an individual or as a company, you must specify goals. These goals must be the driving force in your daily life, and you must put all your motivation, commitment and hope so that their results will help you move forward.

“Valuability” as a personal value

Since the concept of valuing intelligence was created at the beginning of the new millennium, new theories have continued to emerge, and people learned to take advantage of them for business coaching. Thus, above all else, someone seeks to give organizations the power to innovate, innovate and position themselves in the market.

In this way, and beyond even business and organizational spheres, everyone should make this interesting theory their own. A dimension that is both therapeutic and interesting. They should use it as a personal value because it will be useful. You should therefore reflect on the simplest regulations.

How to develop valuing intelligence?

• Appreciating intelligence is a conscious act. The intention is for you to connect emotionally with yourself and your surroundings to awaken sleeping qualities. In other words, to increase your self-esteem and self-confidence.
• It consists of abandoning indifference or fear to acknowledge the value of every thing, person, experience and situation.
• You have to accept the negative, the unfortunate and even the tragic, but without surrendering yourself to the whole thing. One must choose (appreciate) the opportunities that present oneself and the positive things that life can still offer.
• During each day of your routine, there are many changes you can make to invest in happiness and well-being.

We can conclude with something that Alexandre Dumas said: “Life is so uncertain that one must take advantage of every moment of happiness that appears, no matter how small.” Knowing how to appreciate the moments of emotion, potential, and opportunity that exist in your reality can make a difference at any time.

Therefore, use this interesting approach and make it your own. The changes can be amazing!