Psychological Safety

Psychological safety is the shared belief that a team is safe for interpersonal risk-taking. Popularized through the research of Dr. Amy Edmondson, it exists when individuals feel comfortable speaking up, sharing ideas, asking questions, and admitting mistakes without fear of embarrassment or punishment. Teams with strong psychological safety communicate more openly, collaborate more effectively, adapt more quickly, and create healthier, higher-performing cultures. It is not about lowering accountability — it is about creating the trust necessary for people and teams to perform at their best.