Do you need some warmth in your relationships
TRY THIS
Often when a relationship isn't working, it is because someone feels threatened. When we feel threatened we trigger a fear response and that can affect our thinking and behaviour.
There is plenty of evidence that the presence of people we are close to can reduce or eliminate that response BUT it looks like warmth might be a good alternative.
If there is no one you feel close to in your team meetings, why not test the heat research on your team instead... see if warm packs, hot water bottles or an electric blanket help ease everyone into more positive conversation... or go sit in the sunshine.
SOMETHING TO PONDER
When we want to improve team relationships it is tempting to dive straight into the detail of 'who' is doing 'what'.
"And those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music"
- Friedrich Nietzsche -
Context can be just as important as behaviour when people seem cool towards us or even cold... try asking yourself
What don't I know about what is going on for this person?
What are their current priorities?
What demands are others placing on them?
They may even tell you if you take the time to ask.