Part of the ESME : Resources for Sense-able Conversations Pack.
The Senses Framework Rating Scale is a resource which can be used to explore people's current experiences in relation to the six Senses of security, belonging, continuity, purpose, significance and achievement. It can also be used to discover more about how each of these senses could be further enhanced.
Alongside each of the six Senses are some key points which may help people when reflecting on each particular Sense. These points can be expanded on and added to as people use the resource, and develop their own ideas around how they have or would like to experience that Sense.
Possible questions to use alongside this resource are -
When using the rating scale with a new colleague or student:
When using the rating scale to reflect with a colleague or student on their experience of being part of the team:
Responses from the questions above could then be used to have further conversations about what would help the Senses to be maximised for the person, and within the team.
To feel safe to raise difficulties and sensitive issues in an environment that supports and values these open conversations.
To be able to say what you know and what you don't know, knowing that there are people around you to help you develop your knowledge and skills.
To have opportunities to develop/ sustain/ enhance your relationships in the team through you & people in the team valuing and showing an interest in one another.
To feel you are not alone through being able to confide in people you trust.
To feel part of a valued group who share similar values and beliefs which connect you.
To feel part of a team where your contribution is recognised and celebrated.
To genuinely understand what you care about, and what matters to you and motivates you in your work.
To feel others are actively invested in supporting you in your role now and in your continued development in the future.
To work with others in developing a shared understanding of your purpose, aspirations and a clear sense of what is valued.
To feel positive about your contribution your ability to make the best use of your skills and experience.
To feel safe and engaged to give feedback to others about what you have noticed and what you value.
To hear feedback from others in real- time that is meaningful to you and that helps you to grow and develop in line with your personal goals.
To be in tune with what is practical and possible for you and others to achieve in any given situation.
To experience your everyday efforts being noticed and appreciated, knowing that what you do matters.
To feel a consistent value being placed on learning and development; everyone being able to share their learning and having opportunities to access new learning.
To feel heard by others and to hear others use language that helps you to feel valued and respected.
To feel that you have a voice, and that your questions, thoughts and feelings are welcomed.
All the resources in the ESME: Resources for Sense-Able Conversations are licensed under Creative Commons BY 4.0. This means that those using the resource can copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format and adapt, transform, and build upon the material. Further details about the licence can be found on the Creative Commons website.
We would like to encourage you to have a look, take a light-hearted approach to giving them a go and notice what happens in the conversations when you try them out.
