Margaret Wheatley on Aggression

"In organizations [hmm, say ,classrooms, homes, mosques, churches, schools, families? ] real power and energy is generated through relationships. The patterns of relationships and the capacities to form them are more important than tasks, functions, roles, and positions."

"Aggression is the most common behavior used by many organizations, a nearly invisible medium that influences all decisions and actions."

"Aggression is inherently destructive of relationships. People and ideologies are pitted against each other, believing that in order to survive, they must destroy the opposition."

"In this present culture, we need to find the means to work and live together with less aggression if we are to resolve the serious problems that afflict and impede us."

"Without aggression, it becomes possible to think well, to be curious about differences, and to enjoy each other's company."

- Margaret Wheatley