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Into the Blue: Connect and Learn Series
Into the Blue: Connect & Learn Series are our professional development events especially designed for Human Synergistics Accredited Practitioners. These events are aimed at bringing together a like-minded community of people who share a passion for building constructive workplaces, teams and individuals.
Calendar of events 2025/2026
Getting Started with LSI Digital
New to LSI Digital or want to get more out of the platform? Join Justine Farrington for this practical Connect & Learn session designed to help you confidently navigate the digital experience of the Life Styles Inventoryâ„¢.
Discover how to access and interpret your LSI results, explore interactive features, and use the built-in tools to support meaningful reflection and development conversations.
In this session, we will:
-Walk through the key features and functionality of the LSI Digital platform
-Learn how to access and explore your LSI data, reports, and insights
-Understand how to use LSI Digital to support coaching, debriefs, and ongoing development
-Share tips for making the most of the platform’s learning resources and interactive tools
Online
When:Â Thursday 27th November 2025, 12pm-1:30pm
Where:Â A virtual link will be emailed
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator:Â Justine Farrington
To register for the event please book below
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Using LSI DIGITAL to Be the Change you want to See
Why is change ‘done to us’ rather than by us so destructive? What happens when our security needs are rattled? We start to engage in defensive behaviours. Involving people and clear, transparent communication is vital for successful change.
Attend this deep dive Connect & Learn session to gain practical techniques tips to cultivate a growth mindset and how to coach using the LSI Digital Platform for creating change that sticks.
In this session you will
– Share tips with other APs around experiences of what supports and what hinders effective change
– Reflect on how the Constructive behaviours and styles can be role modelled and encouraged and the benefits of these approaches for successful change
– Reflect on debriefing and coaching practice using the LSI Digital platform
Online
When:Â Thursday 26th February 2026, 12pm-1:30pm
Where:Â A virtual link will be emailed
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator:Â Justine Farrington
To register for the event please book below
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Why Self Actualising is a Good Buffer for Stress
Finding it hard to help others develop Self Actualising traits? Do you (or those you coach) wrestle with imposter tendancies or a harsh inner critic?
Join Justine Farrington for this Connect & Learn session to explore how the Self-Actualising style strengthens confidence, enhances wellbeing,
and provides a powerful buffer against stress. Together, we’ll unpack the continuum of Avoidance ↔ Self-Actualising and discover ways to move toward greater self-assurance and authenticity.
In this session, we will:
– Gain an understanding of the critical components of the Avoidance and Self-Actualising styles
– Reflect on how Self-Actualising behaviours support growth, resilience, and thriving under pressure
– Explore practical exercises to help people clarify what truly matters and align their energy with it
– Identify what you and your clients can do more of (and less of) to quiet the inner critic, enhance confidence, and strengthen Self-Actualising
Online
When:Â Wednesday 6th May 2026, 12pm-1pm
Where:Â A virtual link will be emailed
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator:Â Justine Farrington
To register for the event please book below
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Influence Through the SCARF Model
Ever wondered why some conversations build instant connection while others trigger resistance or disengagement? Understanding the neuroscience behind human interaction can transform the way you lead, coach, and collaborate.
Join Justine Farrington and Carina Hull for this Connect & Learn session exploring how the SCARF Model — Status, Certainty, Autonomy, Relatedness, and Fairness, helps us understand the social drivers that influence motivation, trust, and behaviour.
In this session, we will:
– Unpack the five domains of the SCARF Model and how they shape our reactions to change and feedback
– Reflect on how to use SCARF insights to create psychologically safe, high-performing environments
– Explore practical ways to influence constructively, balancing challenge with support
– Identify simple strategies you and your clients can use to improve communication, engagement, and collaboration
In Person
When:Thursday 30th July 2026, 8:30am-11:30am
Where:Â HSNZ Office, Unit 2.5 Whatever Building, 18 Sale St, Auckland
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitators:Â Justine Farrington and Carina Hull
Cost:$100 for this session or $150 if doing both morning and afternoon (below) session
Includes materials eg Conflict Kit. Does not include lunch.
To register for the event please book below
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Diagnosing your influencing style LSI Conflict
Turning Conflict into Opportunity & Diagnosing Your Influencing Style — LSI Conflict
How do you show up when the stakes are high, opinions differ, or tensions flare? The LSI Conflict Tool helps you pinpoint your default influencing style in conflict—and shows you how you can shift toward more constructive behaviours.
Join this session with Carina Hull and Justine Farrington to explore your LSI Conflict profile, uncover patterns in how you influence, and build more effective, resilient approaches to differences
In this session, we will:
– Introduce the principles and dimensions behind the LSI Conflict Tool
– Reflect on how your influencing style shows up under stress and tension
– Practice strategies to shift toward more constructive influence during under pressure
– Build strategies for framing conflict as a pathway to better outcomes
In Person
When:Thursday 30th July 2026, 1pm-4pm
Where:Â HSNZ Office, Unit 2.5 Whatever Building, 18 Sale St, Auckland
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitators:Â Justine Farrington and Carina Hull
Cost:$100 for this session or $150 if doing both morning (above) and afternoon session
Includes materials eg Conflict Tool and self development guide. Does not include lunch.
To register for the event please book below
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Payoff vs Tradeoff of being ‘Purple’
Ever wondered why some leaders appear highly effective on the surface — yet still feel stretched, stressed, or stuck beneath it? Or operate well when leading a team of ‘high performers’ but not so effective an engaging and empowering those more people orientated? In LSI terms, being ‘Purple’ represents a blend of Constructive and Aggressive Defensive (Task Orientated) styles. This is often a fast paced, intense space where strengths and stress may coexist.
Join this Connect & Learn session to unpack the payoffs and tradeoffs of being ‘Purple’. Together, we’ll explore how mixed styles show up in real-world behaviour, how they impact relationships and performance, and what’s required to move towards a more consistently Constructive approach.
In this session, we will:
– Understand what ‘Purple’ means through the lens of the Life Styles Inventoryâ„¢ (LSI)
– Explore the pitfalls of overly focusing on task orientation and the risks of misattribution
– Reflect on the advantages and limitations of balancing Constructive and Defensive styles for high performance, resilience and satisfaction
– Leave with fresh insight into your own patterns and simple actions to help yourself and others make the most of their potential without the burnout or internal conflict that often comes with being ‘Purple’.
Online
When:Wednesday 12th August 2026, 12pm-1pm
Where:Â A virtual link will be emailed
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator:Â Justine Farrington
To register for the event please book below
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Deep Dive into Competitive / Approval Bowtie
Ever found yourself chasing gold stars and applause at the same time?
You need to win and be liked for it. Or you have to prove yourself and need others validation.
The shift is away from genuine satisfaction to chasing extrinsic rewards and validation, rather than drawing confidence and worth from within.
Bow ties are characterised by primary and secondary styles that are both defensive and directly opposite one another. The Competitive and
Approval combination is a common bowtie that reflects the strong need to prove self and win the approval of others by striving for recognition,
acceptance, and attention.
The internal dialogue or self-talk underpinning this bow tie can be exhausting: ‘always has to be right’, ‘constantly comparing self to others’,
‘expects to be admired by others’ and ‘really doesn’t want to disappoint others’.
In this session we will:
– Understand the characteristics of this ‘bowtie’ and share experiences of where we have seen it play out
– Share payoffs and tradeoffs of this combination – compromises trust, impact of self esteem and the costs
– Explore tips and tricks to move more into a more constructive and intrinsically motivating space
Online
When:Thursday 24th September 2026, 12pm-1pm
Where:Â A virtual link will be emailed
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitator:Â Justine Farrington
To register for the event please book below
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Neuro Diversity
Details TBA…
In Person and Online
When:Thursday 26th November 2026, 9am-11am
Where:Â HSNZ Office, Unit 2.5 Whatever Building, 18 Sale St, Auckland or a virtual link will be emailed or
Prerequisite: Must be Accredited (or in process of becoming accredited)
Facilitators:Â Carina + Guest Speaker
To register for the event please book below