If I looked at a drop of water through a microscope and magnified it by 100, I would see something completely different to what I see in my hand. But I would still be looking at a drop of water.
Our lens determines what we see, not just what we’re looking at.
- René August
The Changing Lenses Philosophy
My approach to lasting JEDI is to help people to change, vs. just changing systems. Of course, it’s not one or the other – like JEDI itself, our problems, and therefore solutions, are not binary.
Race, gender, and all forms of discrimination have grown more complex over time, due to intersectionality and intermingling of races. Complex problems require adaptive solutions more than technical ones.
It's not enough to learn about unconscious biases. Unless we address the core beliefs and values underlying those biases, a technical solution is like putting a band-aid on a broken arm. But we can’t change our core beliefs and biases if we don’t know what they are.
How do we better understand ourselves and people different from us? It starts with Changing Lenses.
When we see the world through the lens of others, we begin to experience systems as they do, and can better empathize with how they move through society. Then we can start taking action to make the world more equitable for everyone.
About Rosie Yeung, CPA,CA, CHRL, CTRC
President & Founder of Changing Lenses
Hello! I'm Rosie
I'm a trauma-informed Mind-Body Wellness Coach and nonviolent JEDI Warrior (JEDI = Justice, Equity, Decolonization and Inclusion) focused on anti-racism, anti-misogyny, and wealth redistribution.
I'm on a mission to decolonize corporate Canada and heal our workplaces from the patriarchal Western ideals which are embedded in corporate systems and internalized in employer/ees. Not only are these ideals unJUST, they are also unHEALTHY, contributing to the epidemic of mind-body illnesses that pervade our society.
This epidemic affects everyone, but particularly people from historically marginalized and oppressed groups. I specialize in 1-on-1 and small group coaching with racialized women (especially Asian diaspora women) who face inner conflict and tension between professional success, their family of origin and cultural values, and their personal need for authenticity and acceptance.
Individuals and organizations who believe in people over profit and want to see through a JEDI lens may engage me for coaching, webinars/workshops, and event keynote speaking.
As a Certified HR Leader, Chartered Professional Accountant, and Positive Intelligence Coach with over 20 years of corporate executive experience, I leverage all my skills and experiences – my whole self – to help you Change Your Lens, Free Your Mind, and Transform Your Life.
You are welcome to connect with me using the social links below, email, or set up a free Zoom call to explore how I might support you.
