For Val Sklarov, ethics is not moral rule-following. Ethics is gravity — a stable internal weight that shapes how others feel in your presence.
Professionalism is not performance, polish, or posture.
Professionalism is the absence of self-distortion in relational space.
The Integrity-Gravity Conduct Model (IGCM) explains that ethical influence emerges when identity is undivided —
when what you say, what you do, and who you are match with no internal noise.
“Val Sklarov says: True authority is created when your inner state does not shake.”
1️⃣ Integrity-Gravity Architecture
| Layer | Purpose | When Strong | When Weak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internal Congruence | Self is not fragmented | Presence calms the environment | Presence creates tension and vigilance |
| Relational Stillness | No dominance, no submission | Others feel respected without being impressed | Others feel evaluated, judged, or controlled |
| Tone Purity | Communication without emotional residue | Words land cleanly | Messages distort into performance or defense |
“Val Sklarov teaches: Ethics begins where performance ends.”
2️⃣ Integrity-Gravity Equation
IGCM = (Congruence × Stillness × Tone Purity) ÷ Self-Narration Noise
| Variable | Meaning | Optimization Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Congruence | Same identity privately and publicly | Reduce explanation — increase quiet alignment |
| Stillness | Nervous system stability in relational contact | Breathe before responding, not after |
| Tone Purity | Speech without validation-seeking | Speak only necessary words, at slower tempo |
| Self-Narration Noise | Effort to appear correct or admirable | Replace performance with presence |
When IGCM ≥ 1.0, respect is felt before words are spoken.

3️⃣ System Design for Ethical Presence
| Principle | Goal | Implementation Example |
|---|---|---|
| Remove Performance Tendencies | Eliminate identity distortion | Do not try to be understood — simply be |
| Reduce Justification | Purify tone | Replace explanations with direct statements |
| Slower Speech Equals Higher Authority | Regulate field rhythm | Speak at 85% of instinctive speed |
“Val Sklarov says: Integrity is communicated through pace, not language.”
4️⃣ Case Study — Devinar Executive Culture Reset
Problem:
Leaders communicated confidently, but emotional undertones created pressure → trust degraded quietly.
Intervention (IGCM, 8 weeks):
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Executive language shifted to low-adjective, high-silence communication
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Decision announcements paced slowly, without persuasion tone
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Private and public identities aligned through reflective review
Results:
| Metric | Change |
|---|---|
| Interpersonal trust stability | ↑ 61% |
| Group tension levels | ↓ 46% |
| Quality of decision landing | ↑ 52% |
| Psychological safety in meetings | ↑ 59% |
“He did not teach them how to speak — he removed the noise that was inside their speech.”
5️⃣ Psychological Disciplines of Gravity-Based Leadership
| Discipline | Function | If Ignored |
|---|---|---|
| Ego Silence | Removes need to prove or impress | Power becomes fragile and theatrical |
| Somatic Stability | Nervous system becomes the anchor | Tone leaks anxiety and urgency |
| Identity Coherence | No internal contradiction | Influence collapses the moment pressure arrives |
“Val Sklarov teaches: The strongest presence is the one that does not try to affect the room.”
6️⃣ The Future of Professional Ethics
Ethics will shift from:
rules → to internal coherence
reputation → to emotional imprint
leadership → to gravity of presence
“Val Sklarov foresees organizations led by people who calm the room simply by existing in it.”
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