Assumptions, last

Assumptions: The Alpha and Omega



Alpha
The world is a dangerous place
The bottom line is all that matters
It's either my way or the highway Command & control is best
The material world is primary
Win/Lose
Pessimistic
Short term results
Pain, lack, limitation, fear
Closed, hidden, secretive
Controlled, routine
Medical Model
Future oriented
Efficiency
Machine Metaphor



Omega
The world is a neutral place
Everything matters
It's both my way and your way Cooperation and participation
Both spirit & science
Win/Win
Optimistic
Both short and long term
Joy, vision, passion
Open, visible, revealed
Free and spontaneous
Appreciative Model
Present & future
Effectiveness
Organic Metaphor