Explore the concept of embracing tensions and paradoxes in daily life, work, and leadership through this thought-provoking TEDx talk. Discover why either/or thinking can be limiting and potentially detrimental, leading to polarization, conflict, and paralysis. Learn about the alternative approach of both/and thinking, which Dr. Marianne Lewis, Dean of the University of Cincinnati Lindner College of Business, has researched for over 25 years. Gain insights into how this approach can lead to more creative, effective, and lasting solutions to complex problems. Delve into examples of common dilemmas such as work-family balance, money-meaning trade-offs, stability versus change, and self-others conflicts. Understand the power of paradox and how it can be harnessed to navigate the complexities of modern life and decision-making.