The Adaptation Series: Building Cognitive Flexibility

Ever had one of those moments at work (or in life) where everything shifts in an instant?

• A decision you didn’t see coming

• A change you didn’t choose

• A curveball that rewrites your whole week

This fast-paced, practical workshop focuses on that moment, the first 48 hours after an unexpected change, and gives you ways to respond without freezing, spiralling, or slipping into autopilot.

You will leave with:

• A simple, practical tool to use the next time you are thrown off-balance

• A way to slow down instinctive reactions and make clearer decisions under pressure

• A chance to explore adaptation techniques with other RSA Fellows

This workshop is active but never uncomfortable.

It is for anyone navigating fast changing workplaces, professional transitions, or simply the realities of modern work (and life).

Hosted by Marilyne Abony, business and technology strategist and RSA Fellow, with practical resilience exercises led by Jojanneke Van Den Bosch, RSA Fellow, TEDx Speaker and resilience expert.

Bring your curiosity. Stay for 60 minutes.

This event is part of The Adaptation Series at the RSA - a quarterly programme exploring how people think, decide, and adapt in an era of unpredictable change.

Learn more about Jojanneke Van Den Bosch FRSA’s practice: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jojannekevandenbosch

Learn more about The Adaptation Series: https://strategicpm.substack.com/s/the-adaptation-series

To get involved or learn more about upcoming sessions in The Adaptation Series, contact Marilyne Abony FRSA:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilyneabony

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