Human Encounters: How Do People Feel After They Encounter Us?
Every human encounter leaves a psychological trace. This SSF Weekly Reflection explores what happens between people, how our emotional state and bias shape interactions, and why the question may not simply be what we intended, but what became possible for the other person after encountering us.
Why Harm Rarely Begins with Extremism: The Six Stages Framework and the Psychology of Escalation
What if harm rarely begins with extremism? This week’s SSF Weekly Reflection explores how the Six Stages Framework helps us understand the psychology of escalation. Rather than focusing only on visible acts of hate or extremism, it examines the gradual psychological movement from curiosity and dialogue towards certainty, division and harm, highlighting why recognising these movements early creates opportunities for prevention, belonging and systems change.
Why the Six Stages Framework Is More Than a Framework
This week’s SSF Weekly Reflection explores why the Six Stages Framework is becoming more than a framework—it is a way of thinking about human behaviour, belonging, psychological safety and systems change. Reflecting on current practice across education, leadership and public services, this edition considers the legacy of robust psychological thinking and the importance of building environments where people genuinely belong.
Developing the Six Stages Framework: When Ideas Need Different Homes
This week’s SSF Weekly Reflection explores an important shift in thinking: the Six Stages Framework is evolving into more than a psychological framework- it’s becoming an ecosystem of connected ideas. Discover why reflections, concepts, books, podcasts and philosophy each need their own home to grow, deepen understanding and create lasting impact.
6 Ways Families Can Identify Hidden Biases in Families and Distorted Lenses
Children do not just inherit eye colour, routines or traditions — they also inherit lenses. In this short reflection, Dr Shungu explores six ways families can begin to identify the hidden biases, inherited beliefs and distorted narratives they may be passing on without even realising it. Using the Six Stages Framework and Building Bridges of Empathy, this video invites families to reflect on whose voices are missing, what stories are being repeated, and how empathy can be intentionally nurtured at home.
Henry Nowak, the Search for Truth, and the Dangers of Distortion
The death of Henry Nowak is a tragedy. An 18-year-old young man lost his life in horrific circumstances. A family has been left grieving. Questions remain about the actions of those involved and about the decisions made in the final moments of Henry’s life. Those questions deserve to be investigated fully, transparently and fairly. At […]
