Power, double binds, and transcendence in the mentoring relationship: a transpersonal perspective
Authors: Elmes, Michael B.1; Smith, Charles H.2
Source: International Journal of Learning and Change, Volume 1, Number 4, 3 June 2007 , pp. 484-498(15)
Publisher: Inderscience Publishers
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Abstract:
This paper describes some of the problems that can arise in a mentoring relationship a relationship that is both power dependent and helping. It draws on Bateson's theory of double binds to consider ways by which mentors sometimes try to maintain a power imbalance in the mentoring relationship and how proteges try to resist that imbalance. It draws upon the spiritual insights from various wisdom traditions to offer ways to avoid and transcend those binds. The paper concludes with a short case to illustrate the key ideas from the paper. It calls for more research on the micro-dynamics mentoring relationships using clinical research methods.Keywords: EDUCATION AND LEARNING JOURNALS; Learning and Human Resources Development; MANAGEMENT JOURNALS; Policy and Organisational Management
Document Type: Research article
DOI: 10.1504/IJLC.2006.013913
Affiliations: 1: Department of Management, WPI, 100 Institute Road, Worcester, MA 01609, USA. 2: Department of Management, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11550, USA
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