Reversal
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Noun type
This is an abstract noun; something you cannot see, touch, hear, smell, or taste. These nouns represent concepts, ideas, or qualities that do not have a physical form and cannot be perceived through the senses.
For example, love can be felt, freedom can be experienced, and intelligence can be demonstrated, but none of these can be directly observed in a physical way. This type of noun covers all intangible elements, from emotions like joy and fear to complex concepts like justice and beauty. They form the conceptual world around us, allowing us to communicate about feelings, ideas, and attributes that are experienced internally or understood mentally.
Definition/s
- The act of reversing something.
- A change to an opposite direction, position, or condition.
- An adverse change of fortune or circumstances.
Examples
- The team experienced a sudden reversal of fortune in the final minutes of the game.
- His decision to quit marked a complete reversal of his previous stance on the matter.
- The new policy is aimed at the reversal of environmental damage caused by industrial activities.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
What are Openers?
- Openers are conversation starters you will use to participate in a discussion. They come in three forms:
- Ask an open question and understand your conversation partners’s views.
- Make sure to ask follow ups, and remember: this is a conversation, not an interview!
- Tell a personal story. Something that has happened to you, or somebody you know.
- Or tell us about something that you have done or seen.
- Your conversation partners must then follow up with you or reciprocate with their own stories.
- Share an opinion about something that the content has inspired.
- Respectfully identify any agreement or disagreement there is in the room.
The Skinny
You’ve been asked to brief a senior executive (the “boss”) on a key issue from a recent business news event. This person is busy and relies on you to give them insight, not headlines.
You have 60–90 seconds to deliver a concise, high-value update tailored to their concerns and communication preferences.
- Who are they?
- What do they care about?
- What do they not want to hear?
- What part of the story matters most to them?
- Don’t explain everything—prioritise.
- Be clear, precise, and professional.
- Avoid informal or emotional language.
Two Papal Styles: Clerical vs. Pastoral
Understanding the difference can help us see why Pope Francis felt so different from past leaders—and why some people loved his style while others disagreed with it.
- Focuses on rules, tradition, and Church authority
- Speaks with clear, firm direction
- Keeps strong boundaries between Church leaders and members.
Example: A clerical pope might defend strict Church teachings on family or sacraments.
- Focuses on compassion, listening, and inclusion
- Tries to meet people where they are.
- Emphasises mercy over judgment.
Example: A pastoral pope might welcome divorced people or support migrants and the poor.
