When Integrity Shines
- Lisa Askins
- Jun 20
- 2 min read
From inner alignment to outer impact.
Integrity isn’t just about what we do in private. It expands into how we affect others—through our presence, our choices, and the systems we shape.
And that’s where dignity begins: When integrity moves beyond the self—into how we show up for others.
I came to a better understanding of this in a very ordinary moment.
Someone I love was struggling. Even simple tasks—like clearing a few dishes—were a challenge.
I could have stepped in and cleared the plates for them.
But I realized what they needed most wasn’t help; it was agency.
I stepped back and let them take on the task. And by doing that, I wasn’t ignoring the struggle; I was respecting their dignity.
Sometimes, dignity is quiet. It looks like restraint. It looks like believing in someone’s capacity even when they’re at their lowest.
In the weeks ahead, we’ll explore the many ways dignity shows up—in our presence, our choices, and the systems we shape. Here’s a glimpse of where we’re headed:
Bringing Dignity to Life
1. What Does It Mean to Protect Dignity?
Dignity as a concept and its importance in today's world
2. Dignity in Data
Consent, context, and honoring the humanity behind the numbers
3. Dignity in Dialogue
How we speak about people, especially when they’re not in the room
4. Designing for Dignity
Systems, processes, and power dynamics: how we build what we believe in
5. The Cost of Dignity
What it asks of us—and why it’s worth it
Dignity isn’t just kindness.
It’s a commitment to honoring the worth of others through what we choose, what we challenge, and what we create.
When integrity shines, dignity follows.
Let’s talk. If you’re navigating change and want to lead with more clarity, confidence, and connection, I’d love to support your next step.
