Otto Scharmer presenting the Theory U model and its inverse pathway during the Presencing Series.
The slide illustrates two responses to disruption: one that opens us to curiosity, compassion, and courage (presencing), and one that leads to denial, blame, and ultimately, self-destruction (absencing). A stark visual reminder that the path we choose begins with how we attend to the world—and each other.

Enter Theory U—a revolutionary framework that promises to unravel the intricacies of our thinking processes, paving the way for a transformative and impactful approach to fundraising.