Standing in the Fire

for the Planet “One’s being has as much impact as one’s doing and Larry shares stories and insights that deepen one's capacity to be and do with integrity and intention.” —Carolyn J. Lukensmeyer, President and founder, AmericaSpeaks “No matter what our job titles are, Larry Dressler teaches us how the toughest work 'out there' is always an opportunity to do the work 'in here’.” —Jennifer Orgolini, Sustainability Director, New Belgium Brewing “Standing in the Fire argues that change requires not only the right tools wielded by skilled hands but more importantly the knowing heart of a facilitator to foster true transformation in people and institutions.” —Paul Michalec, Program Chair, Curriculum and Instruction, Morgridge College of Education, University of Denver “Larry touches the heart of the matter for those of us who are called to do the work of opening and holding space for learning and transformation. To be ourselves in the fire takes an inner strength that does not come for free. Larry’s invitation to practice this stance in our own way is most timely.” —Toke Paludan Moeller, cofounder, The Art of Hosting “Eloquent, clear, and wise. Key distinctions in the Being of facilitation are grounded in pragmatic practices that really work.” —Doug Silsbee, author of Presence-Based Coaching “Dressler speaks not with the voice of abstract authority but as one fire tender to another. He shows us how personal practice transforms facilitation into an ongoing journey of self-discovery and self-mastery, and he offers a wealth of tips for strengthening our presence, agility, and joy along the way.” —Susan Szpakowski, Executive Director, ALIA Institute