How does a lack of psychological safety directly inhibit knowledge sharing within a team, leading to stagnation?

A lack of psychological safety directly inhibits knowledge sharing within a team by creating an environment where individuals fear negative consequences for speaking up, sharing ideas, or questioning the status quo, ultimately leading to a decrease in collective learning and increased stagnation. Psychological safety, a concept popularized by Amy Edmondson, refers to a shared belief among team members that it is safe to take interpersonal risks, such as voicing opinions, asking questions, admitting mistakes, or challenging existing practices, wi....