There are two Psychological Safety myths that create environments where individuals feel stifled, marginalized or hesitant to fully engage.
Psychological safety isn’t about eliminating fear of mistakes or making everyone feel included by default – it’s about creating environments where open individuals and communication thrives, regardless of the discomfort that might arise.
When we mistake psychological safety for these myths, we risk undermining accountability and innovation.
It’s time to redefine what it truly means.
In this article, Gina Battye, CEO of the Psychological Safety Institute, debunks two common myths about psychological safety that often create confusion for leaders and teams.
The first myth is that psychological safety revolves around the fear of speaking up or making mistakes, and the second is that psychological safety and inclusion are intrinsically linked.
Gina clarifies what psychological safety really involves and the impact of perpetuating these two misconceptions.
