Podcasts about mindful leadership

About Pankaj Singh:Pankaj Singh—"Sing"—is a visionary leader who's spent over 20 years revolutionizing businesses and building high-performance teams. As a former C-suite executive, he's driven double-digit growth, streamlined operations, and transformed organizations worldwide. But his real power comes from something unexpected: Mindfulness. Raised in an affluent family in India, Sing mastered classical music by age 13 but was restless, and at 14, he was sent to train under a lama, where he first discovered the profound impact of mindfulness. His passion for mindful leadership was ignited during a high-pressure ransomware crisis in 2020, revealing the transformative power of presence, empathy, and emotional intelligence in leadership and inspiring his life's mission to share these tools with others. In this episode, Dean Newlund and Pankaj Singh discuss:The power of mindfulness in leadership and crisis managementSpiritual and meditative practices as tools for personal transformationThe use of micro-practices and breathing techniques for emotional regulationCultivating intentional presence and focus in digital and professional environmentsBuilding effective relational ecosystems through mindful leadership frameworks Key Takeaways:In high-stress situations like cyberattacks or crisis events, practice intentional breathing and presence to regulate emotional response and make calm, strategic decisions.Use micro-practices such as pausing before meetings to ask, “What do I want from this moment?” and “What else could I be doing?” to bring focus and eliminate unnecessary distractions.Implement the “Mindful Leadership Compass” by cultivating presence, emotional agility, cognitive clarity, and compassionate action in daily leadership interactions.Establish a daily habit of micro-journaling using the CLEAR framework—Center, Locate, Expand, Align, Respond—to gain insight into emotional patterns and improve self-regulation. "I went from a person who would start the fight to a person who would now get involved and calm everyone without even holding their hands.” — Pankaj Singh Connect with Pankaj Singh:  Website: https://singhleadership.com/Show: https://singhleadership.com/podcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pankaj-singh-singhpowerupcoach/   See Dean's TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I Connect with Dean:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkwWebsite: https://www.mfileadership.com/The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/Email: dean.newlund@mfileadership.comPhone: 1-800-926-7370 Show notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel AlvarezAudio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.

True North: Navigating Leadership with Clarity and Confidence "When you align your leadership with your values, you'll never lose your way."   In this episode of Mindful Leadership, Singh takes listeners on a transformative journey to discover and align with their True North—the internal compass that guides authentic leadership and decision-making. Packed with humor, relatable examples, and actionable advice, this episode introduces two dynamic tools to elevate leadership alignment: The C.A.L.M. Compass™: A 4-step framework (Clarify, Align, Live, Measure) that helps leaders define their core values, audit their decisions, embody their principles in daily behavior, and track alignment over time. The True North Check-In™: A 2-minute micro-practice designed for daily leadership calibration, ensuring every decision reflects one's values. Through quick laughs, motivational insights, and practical takeaways, Singh empowers leaders to inspire trust, loyalty, and respect—all while building a legacy rooted in clarity and purpose. This episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to lead with alignment, authenticity, and confidence. Plus, listeners are invited to uncover their own True North by taking the The Purpose Factor® Assessment. Ready to dive deeper into your values and purpose? Click the link to take the assessment now! Let's Begin!

Yosi Amram, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist, a CEO leadership coach, and best-selling and award-winning author.  Previously the founder and CEO of two companies that he has led through successful IPOs, Yosi has coached over 100 CEOs many of whom have built companies with thousands of employees and revenues in the billions.  With engineering degrees from MIT, an MBA from Harvard, and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Sofia University, he is a pioneering researcher in the field of Spiritual Intelligence. His research has received over 1,000 citations.  As the author of the Nautilus Book Award Gold Medal-winning Spiritually Intelligent Leadership:  How to Inspire by Being Inspired, Yosi is committed to awakening greater spiritual intelligence in himself and the world.Yosi AmramWebsite -- https://yosiamram.net/LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/yosiamram/Anne Zuckerman! Website -- https://annezuckerman.com/ Website -- https://justwantedtoask.com/Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/AnneInPinkInstagram -- https://www.instagram.com/annezuckerman/LinkedIn -- https://www.linkedin.com/in/annezuckerman/Bezi Woman -- https://beziwoman.com/ | https://www.beziwoman.shop/two-step-order1591558404525Bezi Bra Discs - Facebook -- https://www.facebook.com/bezibradiscs

Join Dr. Darryl Glover as he sits down with Dr. Melissa Barnett—an acclaimed optometrist, specialty contact lens pioneer, and founder of Alpine Blue Coaching—to uncover the secrets of mindful leadership in eye care. In this engaging conversation, they explore how intentional presence and self-awareness empower teams, why proactive wellness rituals can replace burnout, and how clear, compassionate communication transforms patient outcomes and practice […]

“It's not the position that commands power, it's the respect that sustains it.”In this soul-stirring episode of Unscripted Wisdom, Akhliesh Parmanu joins host Anku Goyal for a deep and transformative conversation on leadership, inner strength, spiritual evolution, war and peace, and the timeless wisdom passed down by gurus who shaped civilizations.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indiapodcasts-we-hear-what-you-want-to-say--4263837/support.

Women leaders are burning out faster than ever. And too often, we're doing it in silence.In this episode of The InspirED Podcast, Andrea opens up a conversation we need to be having: why mental health isn't just a personal issue, but a leadership issue. She unpacks how stigma, self-silencing, and the pressure to “hold it all together” are taking a toll—and what it looks like to lead differently.. . .0:00 - Episode Intro1:26  -  Prioritizing our Mental Health is Not a Luxury 2:44 -  Women Leaders are Struggling4:33 - Let's Unpack What's Really Happening6:13 - On Paper... Figured it All Out8:09 - Stay Quiet10:30 - What Does it Look Like to Do This Differently?11:46 -  Honesty is Powerful12:27 - Under Your Leadership13:04 - You Are Allowed to Take Care of Yourself15:39 - It's Not Just About Outcomes16:41 - You Don't Have to Choose Between Leadership and Wellbeing . . . RESOURCES » Boundaries Blueprint: 5-Minute Mental Health Tracker» Get info about our upcoming Mastermind cohort!⁠⁠⁠. . .CONNECT WITH KANDULAteam@kandulacommunications.com. . .CONNECT WITH KANDULA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Kandula Blogs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. . .ABOUT ANDREA DE LA CERDAAndrea De La Cerda is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 25 years of experience in the fields of advertising, communications and marketing. Throughout her career, Andrea has held key positions in renowned advertising agencies, brand consultancies and in-house marketing departments before creating Kandula. She possesses a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends, allowing her to develop innovative communication strategies that resonate with diverse audiences. Andrea received both her B.A. in Advertising and Business Administration and a M.A. in Education from Pepperdine. She is currently pursuing her Accreditation in Public Relations and is a member of PRSA.Sign up for Andrea's monthly newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Insights for Systemic Change⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.. . .WORK WITH USKandula works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, educational institutions, and established brands dedicated to expanding their influence and amplifying their impact through purpose-driven communication strategies. Reach out to work with us!

A shift is happening—millennials and younger generations are supporting #MissionDrivenBusiness that align with their values. Is your company adapting?Listen now to this interview with Carolyn Greenleaf, #Spiritual & #LifeCoach, to gain insight into the spiritual side of #BusinessGrowth. Carolyn shares #spiritualwisdom and practical tips for building a thriving business set up for long-term #BusinessSuccess. Understand:-- why a clear #missionstatement and #corevalues are crucial to building a thriving, aligned #WorkplaceCulture-- how to recruit #TheRightTeam and create employee trust, #employeesatisfaction, and long-term retention-- how daily #MeditationAtWork can enhance clarity, creativity, and decision-making for leaders and employees alike.-- and more!Connect with Carolyn now at: https://www.instagram.com/coach.carolyngreenleafYou can also contact Carolyn via email: carolyn@greenleafhealing.com#MissionDriven #spiritualleadership #SpiritualInsights #MindfulLeadership  #ConsciousBusiness #WorkplaceWellness #SpiritualSuccess #AuthenticLeadership  #MissionAndValues #LeadershipMindset #UnlockYourPotential  #innerwisdom _____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

astrology-a fantastic discussion for "The BH Sales Kennel Kelp Holistic Healing Hour Podcast" with Tam Veilleux! Here's how I'd approach answering those questions, keeping your example of Dr. Anthony Metivier in mind, and adding some podcast-ready hashtags and titles:Answering Tam Veilleux's Energy Almanac Questions for "The BH Sales Kennel Kelp Holistic Healing Hour Podcast"Host: Granda BillGuest: Tam Veilleux, Creator of The Energy AlmanacQuestion 1: Spend Time Thinking about a leader I respect. List Five Qualities of that person and then pick two skills or attributes to develop in that vein.Leader I Respect: Dr. Anthony MetivierYou've already provided a brilliant foundation with your five qualities, Granda Bill, and I wholeheartedly agree! Dr. Metivier truly embodies these, and they are excellent traits for any leader.My five qualities for Dr. Anthony Metivier are:Passion: His genuine enthusiasm for his work and his commitment to scientific inquiry are palpable. It's not just a job; it's a calling.Devotion: Dr. Metivier demonstrates unwavering dedication to public health and to the scientific process, even in the face of immense scrutiny and pressure.Calm: Through unprecedented challenges, he maintained a remarkably steady demeanor, which was crucial for providing clear, consistent information.Coherence: His ability to synthesize complex scientific data and communicate it in a logical, understandable way to a broad audience is a hallmark of his leadership.Empathy: Despite the scientific rigor, there was always an underlying sense of care and concern for the well-being of individuals and the community at large.Two Skills or Attributes to Develop in that Vein (Inspired by Dr. Anthony Metivier):Skill to Develop: Strategic Communication under Pressure.Why: Dr. Anthony Metivier's ability to maintain calm and coherence while delivering critical information during a crisis was paramount. To develop this, one could practice distilling complex topics into clear, concise messages, and engage in public speaking or media training exercises that simulate high-stakes environments. This isn't just about what you say, but how you say it, especially when emotions are running high.In Dr. Metivier's Vein: This directly ties into his "Calm" and "Coherence" qualities. He consistently conveyed urgency without inducing panic, a delicate balance rooted in strategic communication.Attribute to Develop: Resilient Conviction.Why: Dr. Metivier's "Devotion" and "Passion" were clearly evident, but what truly allowed him to lead effectively was his ability to stand firm in his convictions based on a thorough understanding, even when faced with significant opposition or misinformation. To cultivate this, one needs to deepen their own understanding of their principles, cultivate a strong sense of purpose, and practice staying grounded even when external pressures are intense.In Dr. Metivier's Vein: This attribute blends his "Passion" and "Devotion" with an unshakeable belief in the method, allowing him to navigate adversity with integrity.Question 2: Meditate on the topic of leadership while asking the question, What do I need to know about myself and leadership now?(Granda Bill's Meditation/Reflection)"As I meditate on leadership, particularly through the lens of a leader like Dr. Metivier, the question, 'What do I need to know about myself and leadership now?' This brings me to a realization about my own authentic voice and the importance of compassionate transparency.#TheEnergyAlmanac,#Tam Veilleux,#GrandaBill,#BHSalesKennelKelpHolisticHealingHour,#LeadershipDevelopment,#InspiredLeadership#AuthenticLeadership,#PodcastCommunity,#PersonalGrowth,#SelfReflection,#EnergyWork,#MindfulLeadership,#WellnessJourney,#LeadWithPurpose,

A shift is happening—millennials and younger generations are supporting #MissionDrivenBusiness that align with their values. Is your company adapting?Listen now to this interview with Carolyn Greenleaf, #Spiritual & #LifeCoach, to gain insight into the spiritual side of #BusinessGrowth. Carolyn shares #spiritualwisdom and practical tips for building a thriving business set up for long-term #BusinessSuccess. Understand:-- why a clear #missionstatement and #corevalues are crucial to building a thriving, aligned #WorkplaceCulture-- how to recruit #TheRightTeam and create employee trust, #employeesatisfaction, and long-term retention-- how daily #MeditationAtWork can enhance clarity, creativity, and decision-making for leaders and employees alike.-- and more!Connect with Carolyn now at: https://www.instagram.com/coach.carolyngreenleafYou can also contact Carolyn via email: carolyn@greenleafhealing.com#MissionDriven #spiritualleadership #SpiritualInsights #MindfulLeadership  #ConsciousBusiness #WorkplaceWellness #SpiritualSuccess #AuthenticLeadership  #MissionAndValues #LeadershipMindset #UnlockYourPotential  #innerwisdom _____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Klingt bekannt? Du sitzt gerade im Büro, willst eigentlich nur ungestört arbeiten – und zack: Die Führungskommunikation läuft so richtig quer. Oder kennst Du diese Meetings, in denen einfach niemand so richtig zuhört und am Ende jeder nur denkt: „Was war das denn jetzt?“ Willkommen in Teil 2 unserer Mini-Serie zur achtsamen Führung! In der heutigen Folge geht es um Verbindung statt Kontrolle. Führung ist keine Visitenkarte, sondern Beziehungsarbeit – ja, selbst an der Supermarktkasse! Ich zeige Dir, warum Führungskommunikation viel öfter an zu wenig Klarheit oder ausufernder Harmonie scheitert, als Du denkst. Und wie Du mit der richtigen Balance aus Empathie und Klarheit nicht nur cooler durchs Arbeitsleben gehst, sondern auch das Vertrauen Deines Teams stärkst. Freu Dich auf: Zwei mega-einfache Tools, mit denen Du ab morgen souveräner agierst; Warum Klarheit & Empathie nicht wie Öl und Wasser sein müssen, sondern die perfekte Führungs-WG bilden; Wie Du Fehlkommunikation entlarvst und echten Dialog in Deinen Arbeitsalltag bringst; Und natürlich zwei knackige Reflexionsfragen, die Dich direkt ins Handeln bringen. Lust auf noch mehr? Ich hab sogar eine richtig gute Buchempfehlung für Deine Leadership-Bibliothek parat! Also: Nix wie reinhören, reflektieren und dann: SEI die Veränderung, die Du sehen willst! Dein Justus SUCHST DU UNTERSTÜTZUNG? Wenn Du Justus Ludwig als Coach und Begleiter für Deinen Weg der bewussten Veränderung und Transformation mit Achtsamkeit haben möchtest, dann komm in den Mind-Up Circle – Deiner regelmäßigen Verabredung mit Achtsamkeit – Du lernst und übst Achtsamkeit im Alltag und wirst live von Justus gecoacht – jede Woche – in einer Gruppe – melde Dich dazu an unter: mind-up@mehrwert-achtsamkeit.de DU FRAGST - ICH ANTWORTE: Stelle mir gerne Deine konkrete Frage oder berichte von Deiner konkreten Herausforderung. In regelmäßigen Abständen wähle ich Fragen aus und beantworte sie ganz individuell in einer Podcast-Episode.

What does mindful leadership look like in your day-to-day work? How do you stay connected to your team as your business grows?  In this episode of Simplify to Scale, Jessica Maine steps in to talk about mindful leadership and how it's especially helpful as your business continues to grow. She shares her perspective on leading with empathy, intentionality, and self-awareness, making it clear that leadership is about caring for both yourself and your team. Jessica explains how mindful leadership can enhance your business, boost team morale, and create a positive work environment. Throughout the conversation, Jessica offers practical ideas for staying connected with your team and maintaining your own well-being. By sharing personal stories and actionable tips, she encourages leaders to check in regularly, listen with compassion, and build trust with their teams. Her approach helps leaders create spaces where people feel comfortable sharing feedback and growing together. If this episode resonated with you, drop a comment or share it with a fellow leader. Follow Simplify to Scale for more tips on growing your business with intention. In this episode, Jessica breaks down: •    Setting the Stage: Mindful Leadership •    Defining Mindful Leadership When Scaling •    Positive Impact of Mindful Leadership on Teams •    Practical Implementation of Mindful Leadership     Ready to get out of the day-to-day operations of your business? A SOL (Strategy + Operations Leader) is the missing link between your vision and results that aren't dependent on you! Certify your existing right-hand or get support in hiring the right person: https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/sol   Looking to go deeper and learn how to scale your business sustainably? SIMPLIFY TO SCALE will help you to reclaim your time, increase your impact and profit, and simplify your business as you scale to multiple-7 figures and beyond so you finally get to enjoy the success you worked so hard to achieve. Find out more at: https://www.leanoutmethod.com/scale   Ready to become a strategic leader who understands how to balance sustainable and scalable growth with operational efficiency? Join our SOL Collective, an elite and private community for Business Strategists and Operational Leaders who advise and support founders in scaling their businesses. Learn more at https://www.strategicopsinstitute.com/collective   Have questions? Want to explore partnering together to scale your business? Connect with me on my personal Instagram @cristagrasso or LinkedIn and let's start a conversation. If you loved this episode, please help us spread the word and reach more business owners like you by leaving a 5-star rating and review. Hit subscribe to be the first to listen to new episodes each Tuesday.    

I recently sat down with Pankaj Singh, a mindfulness and leadership expert. In this episode, we talk about how mindfulness can make you not just a better leader, but a better person. It was a pleasure chatting to Pankaj, a multi-faceted and dynamic individual known for redefining leadership through mindfulness practices. He has extensive experience in business as an engineer and notably steered National Auto Care through a ransomware attack within 48 hours as their Chief Technology Officer.  Pankaj has been a lifelong practitioner of mindfulness after studying with a lama at the age of 14, and has developed The Ascendancy Action™ System and Mindful Leadership Mastery Compass™ to give leaders practical tools that help them become calmer, more confident, and more well-rounded.  In our conversation, we dive deep into meditation and mindfulness, getting actionable advice on how to implement mindfulness in the boardroom, as well as everyday life. We also get into the more esoteric aspects of mindfulness, like becoming the observer, and learning to sit with the uncomfortable loudness of our thoughts.  I invite you to listen to the full conversation on becoming a better leader through mindful practices. And now I give you, Pankaj Singh.  

Curious about hypnotherapy and how it can change your life? This episode is a must-listen.I sat down with Christina L. Woods, a clinical hypnotherapist, who shared her inspiring journey from a successful corporate career to becoming a leader in personal development and healing. Christina opens up about recognizing your worth, setting healthy boundaries, and aligning with your true desires.But this conversation goes deeper. Christina explains how hypnotherapy taps into the power of your subconscious mind to unlock healing and empowerment. Whether you're skeptical or curious, her insights will leave you thinking about what's truly possible.We also explore the role of mentorship in personal growth and how finding your “why” can bring more balance to your life. Christina's story is not just about career change—it's about rediscovering yourself and living more authentically.If you're looking for inspiration or simply want to learn more about the power of the mind, this episode has something for everyone. Tune in and see how these powerful insights can help you reimagine your life and career.Listen, Share and Leave a Review

------------------ SHOW NOTES ------------------ Episode Number: 391 Episode Title: The 6th S Of Self-Leadership - Master Self-Regulation – Transform Your Emotions Into Your Superpower   Introduction: In this transformative episode, we dive deep into the sixth and final S of Self-Leadership: Self-Regulation. Discover how this essential skill can enhance your emotional resilience, deepen your self-trust, and empower you to create lasting inner peace. Whether you're struggling with emotional triggers or seeking greater personal mastery, this episode provides practical tools for emotional intelligence.   Podcast Highlights: [01:33] Understanding what self-regulation really means [04:06] The connection between self-regulation and self-leadership [04:38] Practical techniques for daily self-regulation [04:49] Body awareness exercises and emotional check-ins [05:14] Naming your emotion to tame it [05:35]The power of micro-restorative moments [05:59] Setting emotional boundaries [06:10] Implementing affirmations for centeredness [06:25] Real-life applications of self-regulation [07:42] Recap of the 6 S's of self-leadership [09:05] End of conversation and closing thoughts   Table of Contents: 1. Introduction to Self-Regulation 2. Why Self-Regulation Matters 3. Practical Implementation Strategies 4. The Six S's of Self-Leadership 5. Integration and Daily Practice   Detailed Discussion: 1. Introduction to Self-Regulation Self-regulation is our ability to control behaviour and manage thoughts and emotions through self-monitoring, self-evaluation, and self-reinforcement. It's particularly crucial during moments of stress, frustration, or uncertainty. This skill allows us to create a sacred pause between trigger and response, enabling more thoughtful reactions. 2. Why Self-Regulation Matters Self-regulation forms the foundation of emotional intelligence and personal mastery. It helps us maintain composure during challenges, build stronger relationships, and achieve our goals even when motivation dips. This skill transforms reactive patterns into responsive choices. 3. Practical Implementation Strategies - Body Awareness: Learn to recognise physical tension signals - Name It to Tame It: Label emotions to create distance - Micro-Restorative Moments: Take intentional breaks - Emotional Boundaries: Practise saying "no" or “not now” when needed - Centring Affirmations: Use positive self-talk   4. The Six S's of Self-Leadership - Self-Responsibility - Self-Reliance - Self-Discipline - Self-Reflection - Self-Accountability - Self-Regulation   5. Integration and Daily Practice Implementing self-regulation requires consistent practice and patience. Start with one technique and gradually build your emotional regulation toolkit.   Conclusion: Self-regulation is more than just controlling emotions—it's about creating a life of emotional grace and resilience. By mastering this skill, you can respond rather than react, stay grounded during challenges, and lead your life with greater clarity and confidence. 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Natalie Holloway, founder of Bala, joins us Elizabeth week to share her incredible journey from advertising executive to redefining fitness accessories with one of the most recognizable wellness brands today. After meeting her now husband and co-founder while working at an ad agency, Natalie made a bold decision to step away from corporate life to create something new. What started as an idea during a yoga class while traveling turned into Bala—a company that quickly captured the attention of Shark Tank investors Mark Cuban and Maria Sharapova, and grew from two million to twenty million dollars in just one year.In this episode, Natalie talks about the power of slowing down to create space for big ideas, learning hard lessons around growth and delegation, and her approach to building a brand that marries fashion, functionality, and fitness. She also shares her favorite Bala products, her go-to wellness rituals as a busy mom, and what it really looks like to evolve personally and professionally while leading with intention. Episodes Here Say Hi To Elizabeth and Purely Elizabeth: Website | InstagramBala: Website | Instagram - Balacize | Instagram - Bala  Mentioned: Fuze House Skinny Confidential Mouth Tape VI02 tape   Votary LMNT Electrolyte 

Crisis to Clarity: How to Think Straight When It Matters Most "Think clearly. Act decisively. Win under pressure."   In this empowering and engaging 3-minute segment, Singh wraps up the episode by challenging listeners to apply the C.A.L.M. Framework—Center, Assess, Link, Move—when stress strikes. With relatable humor and actionable advice, Singh motivates the audience to turn pressure into an opportunity for growth and clarity. Listeners are encouraged to practice the framework in real-life situations, from navigating work crises to managing everyday stressors, and to share their experiences using #MindfulLeadership. The segment closes with an uplifting reminder that clarity is the ultimate superpower under pressure, leaving the audience inspired to take control of their stress and thrive. Perfectly blending humor, relatability, and motivation, this segment ensures the audience leaves with practical tools and a renewed sense of confidence.   Let's Begin!

In today's episode, podcast founders Simon Ursell and Rusty Earnshaw revisit some of the key themes explored throughout the podcast - examining what they mean in today's world of leadership, resilience, and bouncebackability.This is an open and honest conversation about the pressures leaders face, and what can happen when we don't prioritise rest and recovery. Simon shares his personal journey through burnout and how it led him to rethink traditional work culture - including the decision to implement a four-day week in his business.Rusty offers powerful insights from the world of sports coaching, drawing comparisons with business leadership and exploring what the two can learn from each other.If you're keen to learn more about prioritising wellbeing in your workplace, accepting and embracing change and leading with an openness for new ideas, this episode is for you. In this episode:00:02:20 Discussions on leadership exhaustion, guilt-driven overwork, and the lack of prioritising recovery for leaders.00:05:35 Life stages and energy management - highlighting the need to plan for recovery time.00:08:41 Regular debriefing of work days to allow the management of team members' energy, and how leaders need to be kind to themselves to lead well.00:14:13 Simon shares his top leadership tips: prioritising recovery, surrounding yourself with great people, and acceptance.00:22:58 Discussion on the importance of mindfulness, flow, and embracing new experiences like sound baths for mental recovery.00:27:19 Leaning into change and creativity is key for leaders; how resistance can hinder personal and organisational growth.00:41:31 Why storytelling is vital for communicating these new ideas around leadership within organisations.Please like, subscribe or follow, so you're notified of any new episodes coming up, and if you're keen to reach Rusty or Simon with any suggestions, feedback or comments, you can contact them via the show's LinkedIn page here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-bouncebackability-podcast/

Các bạn có thể nghe chương trình trên các nền tảng Podcast: The Quoc Khanh Show ► Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2REjYFm ► Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3v5Dpo9 Vưu Lệ Quyên là Tổng Giám đốc công ty Biti's, một doanh nghiệp chuyên về sản xuất giày, dép tại Việt Nam với quy mô hơn 9.000 nhân viên cùng slogan nổi tiếng “Biti's – Nâng niu bàn chân Việt.” Chị được vinh danh là “Nhà lãnh đạo xuất sắc châu Á” tại giải thưởng ACES 2021, đạt danh hiệu “Lãnh đạo truyền cảm hứng Vietnam Excellence” do Anphabe kết hợp VCCI bình chọn. Chị cũng là người khởi xướng và nuôi dưỡng dự án HappyBiti's, Trạm hạnh phúc Biti's HappyKids và đồng hành cùng dự án HappySchool. Trong tập này của Mindful Leadership, chị Vưu Lệ Quyên chia sẻ hành trình áp dụng mô hình Tổng Hạnh phúc Quốc gia (GNH) vào doanh nghiệp Biti's để thay đổi văn hóa làm việc vốn dựa trên nền tảng của sự kỷ luật, tôn ti trật tự và nỗi sợ sang văn hóa yêu thương và hạnh phúc. Trong quá trình này, có không ít thử thách, kháng cự đến từ tập thể, cùng những thứ phải đánh đổi khi quyết định đi theo con đường xây dựng doanh nghiệp hạnh phúc. Vậy đâu là những bài học mà chị Vưu Lệ Quyên đã đúc kết sau 7 năm thực hiện mô hình này? Hãy cùng đón xem cuộc trò chuyện của chị Vưu Lệ Quyên và Host Quốc Khánh trong tập mới của Mindful Leadership Mùa 2.  Chân thành cảm ơn Tập đoàn GELEX đã đồng hành cùng chúng tôi trong nội dung của chuỗi podcast này. Chân thành cảm ơn đối tác địa điểm quay - An Space. #Vietsuccess #TheQuocKhanhShow #MindfulLeadership #MindfulLeadershipMua2  Timestamps: 00:00 - Giới thiệu chương trình 01:37 - Hoạt động 7 ngày thanh lọc thân tâm 07:07 - Khó khăn khi cởi mở tâm 09:32 - Sự kỳ vọng dành cho Biti's 11:51 - Con đường tìm hiểu về hạnh phúc 18:33 - Học được gì sau khi trải qua biến cố mất chồng? 22:53 - Biến cố cá nhân là lý do chị muốn xây dựng công ty hạnh phúc? 26:13 - Điều gì khiến chị ra quyết định thay đổi cách thức làm Marketing của Biti's? 28:54 - Cách ra quyết định của lãnh đạo nữ 30:25 - Coming up 30:50 - Sự chuyển mình của Biti's từ văn hóa sợ hãi sang yêu thương 34:45 - Văn hóa yêu thương có làm giảm tính kỷ luật của tổ chức? 37:56 - Văn hóa hạnh phúc tác động gì đến năng lực đội ngũ? 45:03 - Chuẩn bị như thế nào cho giai đoạn chuyển giao? 48:24 - Nhân viên trẻ có gặp khó khăn khi thực hành mô hình hạnh phúc? 50:17 - Làm sao nếu chương trình này không được ai hưởng ứng? 52:40 - Thể trạng công ty nào sẽ phù hợp để dùng “bài thuốc” hạnh phúc? 56:57 - Trở ngại khi triển khai chương trình retreat? 59:27 - Kinh nghiệm theo đuổi mô hình doanh nghiệp hạnh phúc sau 7 năm 01:02:11 - Coming up  01:02:38 - Một doanh nghiệp hạnh phúc sẽ đánh đổi điều gì? 01:08:28 - Đánh đổi lợi nhuận có đồng nghĩa với việc không có tham vọng doanh thu? 01:10:05 - Thử thách và tương lai sắp tới của Biti's 01:17:18 - Chị đã nhìn thấy điều thú vị gì trong tâm mình? 01:19:59 - Công thức hạnh phúc của riêng chị 01:22:44 - Còn điều gì khiến chị bận tâm với Biti's? 01:25:35 - Chào kết Credits: Dẫn chuyện - Host | Quốc Khánh Kịch bản - Scriptwriting | Quốc Khánh Biên Tập – Editor | Thu Bình Truyền thông - Social | Vy Thúy, Vy Trần Trợ lý Sản xuất - Production Assistant | Nhu Mỳ  Quay Phim - Cameraman | Ninh BW Film & Photo Âm Thanh - Sound | Tấn Hiếu Hậu Kì – Post Production | Tấn Hiếu Nhiếp Ảnh - Photographer | Ninh BW Film & Photo Thiết kế - Design | Dương Vũ Các bạn cũng đừng quên đăng ký Newsletter của Vietsuccess để không bỏ lỡ những nội dung thú vị khác được cập nhật vào mỗi 9h sáng thứ Năm hàng tuần nhé! https://vietsuccess.asia/newsletter/ Đồng thời, tham gia Vietsuccess Community để thảo luận và đóng góp ý kiến đa chiều về các chủ đề Kinh tế, Kinh doanh, Giáo dục và Phát triển Bản thân tại: https://zalo.me/g/olbbrm500 ---------------------------------- Theo dõi và kết nối với Vietsuccess tại đây: ► Facebook:   / vietsuccess   ► Instagram:   / vietsuccess.asia   ► Email: team@vietsuccess.asia ---------------------------------- © Bản quyền thuộc về Vietsuccess, vui lòng không reup dưới mọi hình thức © Copyright by Vietsuccess ☞ Do not Reup

Today's Flash Back Friday episode is from #630 that originally aired on Aug, 14, 2023. With a distinguished partnership at LC Real Estate Group, a dynamic enterprise specializing in real estate investment, development, and brokerage, Eric stands at the helm of innovation. Armed with a PhD in Economics and boasting almost four decades as a real estate CEO and developer, he has not only shaped the industry landscape but also imparted his wisdom during two decades of real estate lectures at Colorado State University. A devoted practitioner of yoga and meditation for three decades, Eric's holistic approach to life enriches his multifaceted career. Beyond his remarkable achievements in real estate, Eric presents a transformative viewpoint on the symbiosis of business acumen and mindfulness, a perspective that has the potential to revolutionize lives. His impactful insights culminate in his celebrated book, "Profit with Presence: The Twelve Pillars of Mindful Leadership," a Wall Street bestseller that embodies his profound philosophy.   Quotes: “You're only as good as your community. If your community is weak, your investments are weak.” “I have a saying, “When the banks say no, I say go!”   Highlights:  1:37: Eric's journey  9:21: Instill an “internal culture” within your business  10:20: Tactics and strategies  14:09: Are there any lessons that you have learned through various recessions?   21:33: Do you foresee fallout from issues like increased taxes, insurance and other financial impacts from tenants?  23:59: What would be a leading indicator that the timing is coming for more opportunities?   26:29: What is the significance of having relationships with bankers and financial institutions to you and your company?  28:58: What can we learn from your book and what was the catalyst for the book?   37:06: What type of negative impact does virtual communication have on the younger generation?   Guest Website: lcrealestategroup.com // www.livinginthegap.org   Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast.

SummaryIn this episode of the School of Healing Podcast, host Dominiece Clifton engages in a deep conversation with Emily Hawkins, a fractional COO and entrepreneur. They explore Emily's journey from a challenging corporate environment to founding her own business, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, spirituality, and intentionality in leadership and entrepreneurship. Emily shares her morning routine, the significance of focused work blocks, and the common struggles faced by solopreneurs. The conversation highlights the transformative power of self-connection and the role of spiritual guidance in achieving personal and professional success. In this engaging conversation, Emily Hawkins and Dominiece Clifton explore the essence of podcasting, the importance of genuine connections, and the necessity of setting boundaries in both personal and professional realms. They discuss the significance of intentional decision-making and the impact of social media on productivity, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs and solopreneurs.Key TakeawaysTwo uninterrupted hours of focused work can lead to greater productivity.Taking time to pause and reflect can lead to profound clarity.Emily encourages solopreneurs to connect with themselves to overcome challenges.It's not about the number of followers, but the connections you make.Deep connections can lead to organic growth through referrals.True boundaries involve pausing and reflecting before responding.Spend minimal time on social media to focus on business development.Fire Sound Bites You Don't Want to Miss

Leading is a gift. But it can also be exhausting. So, what can you do to be a mindful leader while still taking care of yourself?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-spark-with-dr-angela--2571378/support.

Send us a textIn 2015, Fairfax criminal lawyer Jonathan Katz finished court early enough to rush over to the Mindful Leadership conference in Arlington, eager to meet such great teachers as Roshi Joan Halifax, Jim Dethmer and Rhonda Magee. Sold out, said a front desk person. A woman overheard my asking what I could do about that, and she sold me her extra ticket. This conference was so good that it would have been worth flying coast-to-coast for such an experience. Learning applications of mindfulness to my life and work are very important. Among the best teachers for that at this conference was author of Awake at Work (and more) Michael Carroll -- currently with Global Coaching Alliance, and a student of such advanced teachers as Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche -- who immediately captured me with leading a grounding sit followed soon after with the story of a tollbooth angel who would greet people even at the most trafficked, sweaty and stressful times of day, hand them an M&M candy, and wish them a nice day. Michael bridges any gap between mindfulness and Buddhist teachings and applying them to the real world, including the rough and tumble of the workplace, and, in this episode, the courthouse. I should have known long ago already about highly accomplished samurai and Five Rings  author Miyamoto Musashi, but did not, other than hearing about Five Rings. In this podcast interview with Jon Katz, Michael masterfully relates the lessons of Musashi's masterful defeat of Sasaki Kojiro to its applications to our own lives. Michael is a life tourguide who helps reveal plenty, including lessons and truisms that are right in front of our eyes, but that we have yet to see more clearly. Check out -- and read -- his books and more here. This podcast with Fairfax, Virginia criminal / DUI lawyer Jon Katz is playable on all devices at podcast.BeatTheProsecution.com. For more information, visit https://KatzJustice.com or contact us at info@KatzJustice.com, 703-383-1100 (calling), or 571-406-7268 (text). If you like what you hear on our Beat the Prosecution podcast, please take a moment to post a review at our Apple podcasts page (with stars only, or else also with a comment) at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beat-the-prosecution/id1721413675

Dr. Camilla Moore takes us on her journey from chiropractor to stress management resiliency trainer, sharing her unique insights into the impact of stress and burnout, especially for women. In this episode, she uncovers actionable strategies for managing stress and achieving balance.If you're part of the sandwich generation—juggling career, caregiving, and personal life—Dr. Moore provides practical tips for navigating these pressures with resilience.As an instructor of the Harvard SMART Program, she offers expert guidance on recognizing the signs of burnout before they take a toll, assessing your energy levels, and implementing mindful practices for better well-being.Listen, Share and Leave a Review

Tray T.S. Deadwyler|Mindful Life,  Mindful LeadershipIntroductionOur guest today is Tray T.S. Deadwyler, a leadership strategist, author, and creator of the Abundant Life framework. As the author of The Contemplative Morning and the visionary behind the Abundant Life Coaching System—Tray equips leaders, changemakers, and visionaries with practical tools to bridge the gap between where they are and where they're meant to be.With decades of experience coaching executives, training teams, and guiding organizations, he brings a timeless, psychology-backed approach to leadership and personal mastery. His work blends ancient wisdom, applied psychology, and modern leadership strategies to help individuals thrive—not just in business, but in all seven life domains.Get ready for an insightful conversation about resilience, mission-driven leadership, and the power of intentional living. Welcome to the show, Tray T.S. Deadwyler!Link:https://thinkforgood.org/Support PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprPEG uses StreamYard.com for our live podcastshttps://streamyard.com/pal/c/6290085463457792Get $10.00 Credit for using StreamYard.com when you sign up with our linkRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rss

Send us a textHiring is not just about finding the right skills. It is about identifying who can truly deliver results when it matters most.In this episode of The School of Hiring, Konstanty Sliwowski sits down with Andrew Sridhar, a former Navy SEAL turned tech leader who has led high-stakes teams in combat, Wall Street, and AI-driven businesses worth hundreds of millions of dollars.Andrew has seen firsthand what separates elite leaders from the rest and how bad hiring decisions can derail even the best teams. His experience spans the military, finance, and cutting-edge AI product development, making his insights on leadership, resilience, and hiring some of the most valuable you will hear.What You'll Learn in This Episode:

Ben Brady is joined by Pankaj Singh, also known as Singh from Singh Powerup Coach, who shares his expert knowledge on mindful leadership within the real estate industry. They explore how to integrate mindfulness into daily leadership practices, emphasizing the balance between aggressive business tactics and compassionate management. Singh introduces the Leadership Mastery Compass, which has improved decision-making and productivity by 40% in participating companies.Discover practical strategies for crisis management, building emotional resilience, and fostering a supportive team environment. Singh also explains the STOP technique—a simple yet powerful tool to enhance presence and awareness in professional settings.Timestamps & Key Topics:[00:00:00] - Introduction to Mindful Leadership in Real Estate[00:01:48] - The need for balance in modern leadership styles[00:03:57] - Benefits of the Leadership Mastery Compass in business settings[00:04:16] - Defining mindful leadership vs. traditional leadership approaches[00:13:33] - How to implement the STOP technique for better leadership outcomes[00:20:04] - Challenges and solutions for leading remote teams effectively[00:26:07] - Techniques for managing emotions and enhancing team performance[00:32:53] - Discussion on proactive vs. reactive leadership

What makes the difference between leaders who inspire and those who simply manage? In today's fast-paced, high-pressure world, leaders are expected to drive results, manage change, and keep their teams engaged—all while navigating constant uncertainty. But what if the key to effective leadership isn't about pushing harder but about becoming more present, mindful, and self-aware? In this episode of The Human Capital Podcast, Jeff Hunt sits down with Dr. Keren Tsuk, founder and CEO of Wisdom To Lead and author of Mindfully Wise Leadership: The Secret of Today's Leaders. With over 20 years of experience working with global organizations like Siemens and Check Point, Dr. Tsuk shares how mindfulness can transform leadership, improving decision-making, communication, and workplace culture. We explore the misconceptions of mindful leadership, practical ways to integrate mindfulness into daily routines, and why embracing presence and vulnerability leads to stronger teams and better business outcomes. Whether you're a CEO, manager, or aspiring leader, this conversation offers valuable insights on how to cultivate conscious leadership and navigate the complexities of today's workplace with confidence and clarity. Tune in to learn how mindfulness can be a game-changer for your leadership journey.

This week on Energy Sector Heroes, I sit down with Dave Latin, a chairman and non-executive director with decades of leadership experience across the energy sector. Whether you're just starting out, transitioning careers, or aiming for leadership, this episode offers practical advice on navigating change, building resilience, and staying adaptable in a fast-evolving industry.Dave shares how he transitioned from academia to a dynamic energy career, the challenges of leading diverse teams, and the importance of staying “above the line” to cultivate a positive mindset. If you're looking to grow in your career while staying grounded, this conversation is full of actionable takeaways.

SolaREIT, established in 2020, specializes in providing flexible capital solutions for solar and battery energy storage real estate. By partnering with developers and landowners, SolaREIT facilitates the monetization of land assets through land purchases, lease prepayments, and land loans. Their streamlined approach and competitive pricing have enabled capital deployment for projects across 19 states, contributing to over $3.5 billion in solar and battery storage developments.Laura Pagliarulo is the Co-founder and CEO of SolaREIT, bringing over 15 years of experience in the renewable energy sector. Before founding SolaREIT in July 2020, she served as Senior Vice President of Community Solar and Energy Innovation at CleanChoice Energy, where she led initiatives to expand access to clean energy solutions. Her extensive background also includes leadership roles at SunEdison and WGL Energy, where she focused on community solar and distributed generation projects.Here are some key takeaways: How to optimize capital efficiency in solar and battery storage projects by leveraging innovative land acquisition strategies How they decide to structure their investment based on landowner and project owner perspectives Why the solar and battery storage industry demonstrates resilience and adaptability amidst legislative changes and market fluctuations When to consider long-term commitments within a company to fully understand its operations and foster personal growth How to maintain health and focus through personal habits such as outdoor exercise, mindful presence, and balanced technology use

Optera provides a SaaS platform and consulting services to help enterprises manage carbon emissions, focusing on Scope 3 emissions. Their platform integrates operational and supply chain data to calculate and track emissions, helping clients to align with science-based targets, comply with regulations, and improve sustainability strategies. Optera supports auto, tech, and retail industries in decarbonizing their value chains and meeting emerging climate disclosure requirements.Tim Weiss, co-founder of Optera, has extensive experience in renewable energy and emissions management. He has led initiatives in scaling solar technology in sub-Saharan Africa and now focuses on advancing enterprise-level decarbonization solutions through innovative SaaS and consulting models.Here are six topics we covered:Scope 3 Challenges: Managing Scope 3 emissions requires collaboration with suppliers and collecting primary data to address the largest and most complex portion of a company's carbon footprint.Optera's SaaS Approach: Optera combines emissions tracking software with consulting expertise, offering tailored solutions for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.Benchmarking Value: Understanding performance relative to peers and industry standards is crucial for strategic decarbonization and regulatory compliance.Regulations and Standards: New climate regulations, such as CBAM and California's disclosure laws, are driving companies to adopt science-based targets and renewable energy strategies.Climate Tech Resilience: Despite political shifts, the climate tech sector continues to grow, bolstered by mature technologies and strong market demand.Leadership and Mindfulness: Tim emphasizes the importance of calculated risks, mindfulness practices, and outdoor activities to maintain balance as a leader.

Have you ever told yourself "I'm not creative enough" to solve a business challenge? In this episode, Melissa guides female leaders and mom founders through a powerful meditation practice designed to break free from limiting beliefs about creativity. Through a combination of mindfulness techniques and guided reflection, you'll: Learn how to identify and challenge creativity-limiting beliefs Experience a body scan meditation for releasing tension Practice reframing negative thoughts about your creative abilities Discover how to access your natural problem-solving capabilities Transform your relationship with creativity and innovation The episode includes a practical meditation exercise you can use whenever you face a business challenge requiring creative solutions. Melissa shares personal stories, including her experience in business school and conversations with her son about creativity, to illustrate how we can expand our definition of what it means to be creative. Connect with Melissa: melissa.llarena [at] gmail.com About your host Melissa Llarena of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub podcast I'm a meditation practitioner and #1 Amazon bestselling author who has spent years peering into the minds of marketers and executives, both as one of them and as their trusted guide. My articles in ForbesWomen have reached over 4 million readers, but what really lights me up is the deep work I do with people who, like me, have spent years shape-shifting to succeed. My own journey through the corporate world – 10 years at powerhouses like Ogilvy (working on IBM) and P&G (yes, even Charmin!) – taught me firsthand about wearing different hats across 14+ business functions. For the past 13 years, I've had the privilege of coaching over 200 marketing and advertising executives worldwide, having raw, honest conversations about what it really costs us to morph ourselves every single day. When I'm hosting the Mom Founder Imagination Hub podcast, I get to dive deep with remarkable leaders like Beth Comstock and GaryVee, exploring how to tap into our most overlooked superpower: imagination. My psychology degree from NYU, Dartmouth MBA, and Transformational Coaching certification gave me the foundation, but it was the pandemic that showed me – and my clients – that we needed something more. In 2021, when ambition felt impossible and imagination seemed out of reach, I realized we were all exhausted from trying to power through. That's when I took a leap – pausing my coaching practice to write a book filled with soul-searching questions, while earning my meditation certification from the Jack Kornfield organization. Now, I blend all these pieces – my corporate insider experience, thousands of honest conversations, and meditation wisdom – into workshops, sessions, and immersions that truly connect. Using imaginative meditation, mindfulness practices that even the most restless executives love, and revealing journaling exercises, I help people find their way back to themselves. Because here's what I know: when we stop losing ourselves every time life or business throws us a curveball, we can finally use our energy for what really matters – creating the impact we're meant to make. TRANSCRIPT   Hello there. This is Melissa, your host behind the mom founder imagination hub podcast. This unedited episode is really geared towards any mom or female leader who has a business challenge that they must overcome with greater creativity. Someone who is seeking to find the inner innovator that. Maybe she once had once felt, but has been struggling to bring back to the forefront. My intention is for you to feel empowered. My intention is for you to feel creative enough to solve whatever you're facing. Business challenge you wish to solve this very week. Now you may not know this, but over the last 13 years, I have coached female leaders who have shared their deepest, darkest, innermost secrets, such as why they actually leave different organizations or bosses or teams, or the things that they wish they could have done. Done. Had they been given the ability to speak up or the ability to step up, you name it, I've heard it. And with these ideas in mind, I wanted to just bring forth this one limiting belief that I heard consistently in my line of work, career coaching, female leaders, primarily in the advertising and marketing function. And it was this,  this idea that I'm not creative, or I don't see myself as a creative person. The idea that whatever it is to be a creative is something that is impossible to achieve, to be, if I wasn't originally hired. on literally the creative team, oftentimes from an agency perspective. And so I want to help guide you through a meditation, also a little bit of a journaling exercise so that you can reestablish your relationship with this idea that you are creative, you get to be creative, and it is through your creativity that you can actually solve some problems. So let's go into this idea of thinking that you're really good at something. For me, I remember being in business school. It could have been maybe like the first week where I was in a group of, I think it was like four of us and we had an opportunity to review one another's resumes and I remember at this time. time before I became a career coach before I was, you know, also designated by the career development office at Tuck business school as a career coach of sorts. I knew that I was really good. Good at helping people promote their skills, their relationships, their abilities, their desires. And so I really stepped up. I remember being on a picnic table in Hanover. It was a sunny summer day, which is pretty unusual because it starts snowing. I think like the end of September in New Hampshire, but it was a beautiful sunny day and we were looking at one another's resumes and I just felt really good. I spoke. up. I had very strong opinions pertaining to ways that my peers should articulate their wins, their experiences. And to kind of quote Sheryl Sandberg, I was like totally leaning in to that experience. So that was something that I was clearly. Good at, and I felt like I could speak up then of course, for you, like there has to be maybe even in recent memory where there's something that you're really fricking  good at. And you may have had your own inner source of confidence to speak up, raise your hand, share your area of expertise. And it is in that spirit with that. Energy that I would love, love, love during this episode to remind you that you get to feel that way about your creativity and your sense of innovativeness. And you get to feel as much as a contributor to a creative challenge as anyone else on your team or in your surroundings. So I'll give you a chance to kind of, you know, really think through that moment when you felt super, super confident, and I will give you an opportunity to do so in a very mindful way, but I just want to caveat this. Right now, I am going to overtly ask you to become aware of a situation where you felt so confident. And as much as I would like to be almost like Jiminy Cricket in your back pocket and remind you how you do have these moments,  in regular life, this is challenging. And oftentimes, We forget. And so I would invite you even from like a career perspective. This is just like a pro tip here, but even from a career perspective, as tactically as your resume, make sure that you have at least one of a story or a moment that you just love to freaking tell related to something that you believe you're really good at and why might that be important because God knows You are nervous during a job interview. So I would encourage you, or even like a pitch, if you own a business. So I would encourage you to have that quote unquote Easter egg, at least one of them on your resume. So now let's just take a moment to reflect. So take an opportunity  to sit comfortably.  You might be on the floor.  You might be on a chair.  You might even lie down.  I encourage you to just take a chance to breathe in  and breathe out  and just be present  to think of one of those moments  when you were doing something because you knew  that you were really, really good at it.  I'll give you a moment to think this through  and keep breathing in.  Now, if you're new to meditating or considering this idea of taking a mindful pause and just focusing on the breath,  that was just a minute.  Now there's no competition. We're not going for some sort of endurance here, but I just want to share with you the short period of time  that it took for you to reflect mindfully.  about one of those moments when you did something that you felt you were good at.  And I say that because you can always return to a good memory  throughout the day  as you encounter moments that are a little harder to wrap your mind around.  Okay. So hold that moment in your pocket. Not so much like Jiminy Cricket, but please do hold that moment in your pocket  because  That moment symbolizes that there are so many things that you just don't bring to the top of your mind that serve as reminders of the skills and qualities that you bring to the table. And sometimes it's just hard to constantly recall those upon command. But as I showed you right now, you were able to do so just by returning. To your breath  now  as it relates to something that you may not feel as much confidence in  these thoughts are Really? What what we call fear based or fear driven  beliefs  and The insight here is  that they're not always true just because you think it  Just because you repeat it, just because other people think it and repeat it about you,  it doesn't necessarily mean that it's true  all the time in every instance.  Now,  constructive criticism is a wonderful thing. People say it's a gift, but I gotta be honest, I rather other things.  But net net,  the point I want to make here is that,  You can actually take a fear based or fear driven belief.  and reframe it or change it in a way that pulls you towards a desired goal.  And therein lies the practice of mindfulness in the simple awareness, almost like you're a Third person looking at a scene where you're giving yourself a little distance between the belief, the thought or emotion. And you're also opening up the opportunity for you to respond, instead of just knee jerk react, right?  And so let's play with this idea.  Let's imagine that in third grade, you had some sort of drawing that in your mind, you thought was some amazing Picasso, but in your teacher's mind, she just thought it was just not cool. I don't even have a bad thing. I want to say about a third graders drawing, but let's just imagine she didn't put it up on the hallways. So didn't get like the,  the attention that you would have hoped.  In her opinion, your art was not so wonderful. In your opinion, in that moment, you thought it was really beautiful.  And isn't it interesting? Because it is you who carries that thought. in your mind for a long time thereafter that moment.  And so, because you have your teacher's criticism or you have your own thoughts about how creative that drawing was,  that would have informed your idea of what it was to be creative. That would have informed your thinking around whether you were creative. And this could be something that has happened decades ago, but it's something that maybe you've heard.  on repeat in your mind from that single instance, right? And so I want to just offer you the opportunity. If you have a creative challenge upfront that you want to solve this week, I just want to invite you to give yourself the best fricking chance you could possibly give yourself and not count yourself out. Just because some third grade teacher said, Your artwork sucked. When it comes to creativity, I want to share with you this story. I was having lunch or some meal with one of my kids and my son was like, Creative? I'm not creative. When I think of creativity, I just think of paint brushes. And so I had that conversation with him and I said, Wait a minute.  You are so inquisitive, your questions are creative, like being curious and asking questions and piecing together different words, ending that statement with a question mark and having different responses and reaction to what you say is a freaking creative thing. And I say freaking because we don't use those words in my house. Point of the matter is this.  It was a reframe, right? So maybe, maybe it's true. Maybe my son is not creative from a arts and craft perspective.  But if you look at creativity and you open up your ability to interpret what it could mean, what it could look like, sound like, et cetera,  therein lies the ability to reframe  a consistent, persistent thought that you just imagined to be completely factual in every instance. So again, this is so normal, especially when it's a thought where you have been criticized, or it's like a warning, you know, like, don't go down hallway because you'll slip on a banana peel. I don't know. I made that up, right? And then you just think that all your life, there's always a banana peel down that hallway. Like these are just things that are open and available opportunities for you to question, open up in your mind's eye and reconsider if it is not serving you for the task at hand. And so that's why I wanted to just kind of open up this thought experiment, right? So here we go. Let's just imagine you were told you're not creative in the past. Let's just imagine really deep dive that this is something that's been persistent, like you've heard it from everyone around you, that you are not creative, you're not innovative, but here you are this week, maybe you have your own business and you need to solve a challenge creatively, because thinking linearly has not worked in the past. I think I have like a, I don't even know, maybe like 572 examples of that. I'll give you an example.  So let's just imagine you want to open up your lead flow. And what does that mean? That means that you want more people on the phone with you so that you can have these sales conversations. Linear thinking might be, okay, I'm going to start with, you know, ad spend. Whereas creative thinking might be, wait a minute, who else might have this audience? How can I collaborate with them such that they win, we win. Right. And so again, It's really about  almost like placing doubt in something that you feel is a no longer working for you because you have to solve this challenge as a business owner, or be something that you want to kind of like  disentangle. So that you can actually find out what the truth is of your reality. Like, are you creative? But maybe the situation has not been right for your flavor of creativity. Okay. So let's not get too far here because I see myself re imagining the whole episode, but I want to be sure that I take you to the meditation. So here we go. I want you to really think through.  today about how you could increase your awareness of your beliefs around being creative, innovative, a problem solver, so that you can mindfully see them for what they are, which is malleable, In the moment. So again, a strongly held belief that you may have had is one that might not hold truth in every scenario. It might no longer be serving you in today's episode, right? So for me, this idea of math, math is something that, you know, I could say, Oh, I've sucked that math. Do I have proof? I don't. Absolutely.  But might I also have proof that tells me a different story? And the answer to that is yes. Isn't that interesting? The only way for me to have, you know excelled in a mathematical school. Or mathematical pursuit, for example, back to business school on the topic of capital markets. The only way I was able to actually knock it out of the ballpark, this exam that I recall kind of  acing and feeling really confident and good about was because I was able to just almost for for that set of hours just totally mute the fact that one time I wasn't so good at math and this time I was able to be that person who always rises to a challenge, right? And so again, it's about just placing a little bit of doubt in this strongly held belief, because there might be a situation or a moment where  that belief is just totally, totally false. Now you can't bullshit yourself, like, I mean, I guess you could try, but I'm pretty sure you'll figure it out soon enough. But what you can do is at least get an inch or two closer to To a belief that takes you where you want to go. So let's go now and do a little bit of a meditation. And this meditation is going to be different than just, you know, sitting down with our thoughts and focusing on our breath, because what I have noticed is that. A lot of people assume that meditating means we have no thoughts. We're emptying everything that's in our mind and we're doing a bit of a mental cleanse. While that might be true because we have a ton going on in our minds, it's also an opportunity to just simply be that witness To the thoughts that are already in our head, but we might just not notice because we've got a lot of things going on. So that's what this is going to be. So I will guide you through a set of questions. We will go through one thought that you might have or believe is true pertaining to whether you're creative or innovative, and then we'll see where you come out on the other end. You ready for it?  Okie dokie. So let's do this.  Close your eyes,  assuming you're not driving,  and I want you to  just find a comfortable way to either be sitting,  standing, or lying down.  This is the interesting bit.  If your belief is that you need to sit for meditation, or that there's even a right way to meditate,  I'm literally going to show you that that is just a belief that might be right for you, but it doesn't always have to be the case.  All right.  So just  find a way for you to be comfortable  and we'll do a little bit of a body scan.  So imagine from the top of your head,  a sense of calmness pouring down your scalp.  And you're just breathing naturally.  Now imagine  your breath  clearing out any tension you may feel  from your forehead  down to your cheeks. Make sure your left cheek feels relaxed  and your right cheek.  Continue  allowing your breath pass through your neck  and feel the ease.  as best you can.  Continue along your upper back,  the breath going down,  just adding ease wherever it passes.  Down to your mid back,  then to your lower,  breathe out.  Notice your arms,  breathe through your left arm,  breathe in,  breathe through  your right arm. Again, Releasing any, any tension  as thoughts will find their way in and out. Just know that is totally.  normal.  Just breathe in,  then  sink into your seat further  and sink deeper.  I'm going to give you a couple of minutes  as you're relaxed as possible  with this ease  to answer this one question.  What thoughts pop up when you think about yourself as a creative being or innovative thinker?  Consider  One of those thoughts,  perhaps the one thought that feels the most defining  or the one thought that  might have been secretly holding you back through the years,  have that one  thought pertaining to creativity or innovation.  And whether you're capable of being creative or innovative in light of a challenge, hold that one thought, keep that one thought  in mind.  Now, silently to yourself, I invite you to ask yourself  a set of questions  all pertaining to that one  thought, that one limiting belief pertaining to whether you are creative or innovative.  The first question  said in two ways,  is it really true?  Might it be real, but not really, really true. Thank you.  as it relates to that one limiting belief pertaining to creativity.  I want to ask you, what is it like to live with this belief?  What has it been like to live with this belief?  In light of this limiting belief, I want to invite you to just notice how it feels in your body.  Notice  how your body and heart might be suffering with this belief inside  might help to think of an instance of when this belief got in your way  from a relaxed position. And then ask yourself silently,  what does the  vulnerable place inside of you  need right now in relation to how you feel? this belief feels,  how it's held you back.  And now as we're closing  this mindfulness practice,  who would you be without this belief? Who would you be  without this thought?  Who would you be this week without this belief or thought?  Would you be that person who assembles the team to solve the creative challenge?  Would you be able to solve this creative challenge On your own,  would you  be the perfect person,  maybe even the only person who can solve this challenge because  you're creative in just the right  way.  As we close this meditation, I just want to invite you to, to really soften your original belief.  Whatever that limiting belief  was,  place a little doubt in it  or swap it completely for one that  That you can hold. So again, it's not about BSing yourself,  but maybe it's  less declarative, less  fact sounding,  less  debilitating.  Maybe it's  just about opening up  who you get to be, like your identity and who you are.  I am  someone who's possible creativity. I am a problem solver. I can figure this out.  And just giving yourself some space so that you can play with an open heart so that when you approach the challenge this week,  there's no need to run away.  Instead,  you're able to explore with what actually is available to you. You're able to.  Try your hand at something you may have never  thought you could do, but maybe you realize that you're really freaking good at.  And so I invite you, if you have a piece of paper or journal, not that you needed to at this very moment, but if you do  just scribble some ideas. scribble some ideas of how you intend to approach this week's business challenge more creatively.  I know you can do it. And when it comes to mindfulness and when it comes to meditating, there's so many ways to approach it.  And I really think that  There's so many tools that do not require anyone other than yourself. And there's also so many different ways of using the tool of meditation and mindfulness. And this has been one that I have seen work really well when it comes to coaching clients in terms of their limiting beliefs. It's this idea that. By being that third party  awareness level of these thoughts and beliefs that we have passing through our minds,  it gives us an opportunity to start poking holes in some of these thoughts and beliefs that  are no longer serving us or holding us back or have us feeling like we're totally stuck. And so this week I invite you to be more.  intentional about whether or not everything that passes through your head is a fact and completely the law in terms of who you are.  And I invite you to be mindful and more open to the fact that  Your beliefs, your thoughts really influence your behaviors. So if you could imagine playing this out, if you get to a place where you believe that there are instances where you have been creative  and you look at this week's challenge with that fresh perspective and hope, then you're actually able to, and willing to, and will  behave in a different, a new way.  Versus  retreating, right? And not even raising your hand to solve that creative challenge because  you're just not creative.  So I hope this was helpful to you. I hope this serves you. I hope that it gives you an opportunity to just think about mindfulness and using the tool of meditation in a new way. It is not just about sitting down, feeling zen, and, you know, having all the negative Thoughts of the day wash out of your head. It can absolutely give you that extra sense of reality and a greater, more sophisticated level of presence so that you can be very intentional about how you use the thoughts, beliefs, and ideas that have crossed your mind or people  tell you. Because again,  A thought, a belief is not necessarily some sort of hard and steadfast  fact. It can actually be  malleable for the moment.  Have a wonderful day. If you got value out of this, I would absolutely love to hear from you. To hear from you right now. I'm super excited about email because I am on a social media break. I think I've been on one for weeks now. So go ahead and email me and put my email in the show notes. It's melissa. larinaatgmail.  com. And let me know if you got value out of this conversation. I would love to hear from you. And if there's a,  challenge or situation where you could use the presence or the ease or the thoughtfulness that introducing meditation in your life can provide, let me know. I'm happy to work with you as well. Thank you so much. 

In today's episode, I dive deep into the transformative practice of holding space - a fundamental skill that I've discovered bridges contemplative practices with modern leadership. As I've been developing curriculum for my Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, and meditation training programs, I've found myself exploring how this seemingly spiritual practice directly translates to effective leadership principles. I share five crucial questions that have revolutionized how I hold space for others, questions that I believe are essential whether you're a yoga teacher, energy healer, coach, educator, or social impact leader. Together, we'll explore the delicate balance between being present without fixing, listening without agenda, and maintaining healthy boundaries while creating a container for growth. In this episode, I offer practical insights for: Checking your own groundedness before holding space for others Developing comfort with silence and its transformative power Recognizing and releasing judgment during supportive interactions Setting boundaries that enhance rather than limit your ability to support others This episode is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their practice of presence and support, whether in professional leadership or personal relationships. Join me for this exploration of what it truly means to walk alongside others in their journey with wisdom and grace. ____________________ Shawn J. Moore | The Mindful Rebel® www.shawnjmoore.com Join my mailing list: ⁠http://eepurl.com/g-jYE5⁠ About: Residing at the intersection of leadership and mindfulness, Shawn creates sacred spaces for stillness and self-inquiry to help change-makers align their strengths, intention, and impact. Through his integrative approach, he holds transformative containers for self-renewal, personal discovery, and capacity-building that ease clients on their journey towards peace, clarity, and freedom.

When was the last time you actually looked forward to your commute? If you're facing a back-to-work mandate, chances are 'never' just crossed your mind. But what if your daily journey to the office could become more than dead time – what if it could become your secret weapon for better leadership? Today, we're turning the dreaded commute into an opportunity for mindful leadership, and I'll guide you through a meditation practice you can do with your eyes wide open, whether you're on a train, bus, or stuck in traffic. In this episode, we explore how leaders can transform their mandatory commute into a powerful mindfulness practice. Learn a practical, eyes-open meditation technique specifically designed for busy professionals navigating the return to office. You'll discover how to: Use your commute time as a leadership preparation tool Practice mindfulness safely while in transit Set powerful intentions for your workday Manage stress before walking into the office Transform a daily obligation into a meaningful practice Perfect for leaders and professionals dealing with back-to-work mandates, this meditation offers a fresh perspective on the daily commute. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or completely new to the practice, you'll find practical techniques to make your journey work for you, not against you. If this meditation resonated with you and you'd like to bring something similar to your team or company, I'd love to hear from you. I'm excited to be offering meditation and mindfulness solutions for stress and burnout, both remotely and in-person. Email me [melissa.llarena [at] gmail.com] to share what your company needs – whether it's regular guided sessions, workshops, or custom solutions for your unique challenges. Let's work together to create more mindful, resilient workplaces. About your host Melissa Llarena of the Mom Founder Imagination Hub podcast I'm a meditation practitioner and #1 Amazon bestselling author who has spent years peering into the minds of marketers and executives, both as one of them and as their trusted guide. My articles in ForbesWomen have reached over 4 million readers, but what really lights me up is the deep work I do with people who, like me, have spent years shape-shifting to succeed. My own journey through the corporate world – 10 years at powerhouses like Ogilvy (working on IBM) and P&G (yes, even Charmin!) – taught me firsthand about wearing different hats across 14+ business functions. For the past 13 years, I've had the privilege of coaching over 200 marketing and advertising executives worldwide, having raw, honest conversations about what it really costs us to morph ourselves every single day. When I'm hosting the Mom Founder Imagination Hub podcast, I get to dive deep with remarkable leaders like Beth Comstock and GaryVee, exploring how to tap into our most overlooked superpower: imagination. My psychology degree from NYU, Dartmouth MBA, and Transformational Coaching certification gave me the foundation, but it was the pandemic that showed me – and my clients – that we needed something more. In 2021, when ambition felt impossible and imagination seemed out of reach, I realized we were all exhausted from trying to power through. That's when I took a leap – pausing my coaching practice to write a book filled with soul-searching questions, while earning my meditation certification from the Jack Kornfield organization. Now, I blend all these pieces – my corporate insider experience, thousands of honest conversations, and meditation wisdom – into workshops, sessions, and immersions that truly connect. Using imaginative meditation, mindfulness practices that even the most restless executives love, and revealing journaling exercises, I help people find their way back to themselves. Because here's what I know: when we stop losing ourselves every time life or business throws us a curveball, we can finally use our energy for what really matters – creating the impact we're meant to make. TRANSCRIPT: Welcome to the era of returning to work on-site.  In this moment, I invite you to be gentle with yourself as you navigate this significant change. Your feelings about this transition - whether excitement, reluctance, or a mix of both - are all valid.  I want to give you an opportunity to breathe while entering your next tunnel... or at a bare minimum, not to take it out on your team once you get out.  Brace for this change in how you move, work, and problem-solve the logistics of no longer being at home. Pre-plan how you intend to use this time in between spaces. Give yourself a chance to reimagine the purpose of your daily commute. Feel the weight of your body where you sit or stand. Notice the points of contact with your seat or the floor. This awareness can be your anchor throughout your journey. While living in Sydney, I would ride a double-decker over the Harbour Bridge, and it was then that I decided to use my travel time to be my me time... the me time that I didn't always have. I gave myself a 30-day meditation challenge that sparked this need to get in my meditating whenever I could, and that's when necessity became the mother of my mindful invention.  This was when I started meditating with my eyes open. If you've never thought about sitting still, focusing on your breath, and keeping your eyes with a slight open gaze, then consider this. Whilst thinking about you, should you be closing your eyes on a mode of transit in a big city? Heck, no! Is it wise to close your eyes while driving? Clearly not.    However, closing your eyes is not the only way to bring a more mindful approach to your daily commute. There are other ways to use this time for yourself, for your pursuits, for your mental health. I want to invite you to meditate with me as you head to or from work. I want to invite you to change your perspective, especially these early days of embarking on a daily commute. Begin with an intention for the workday.... the reality is that as a species we tend to react. React to workplace BS. React to changes in our patterns. React to neighboring commuters. React based on our environment.    It is here and now that I invite you to bring intentionality to today. Think about your intention for today.... Do you intend to be a better listener than you were yesterday... asking follow-up questions to gain a deeper understanding of situations?   Do you intend to give people the benefit of the doubt.... be more cognizant that everyone has their own struggles? Do you intend to bring more certainty into a room or team setting... so that employees feel more secure in their jobs despite what the news might be featuring? Do you intend to bring compassion to yourself and others as everyone adjusts to this change?   Do you intend to notice moments of connection with others, even in passing? Take the deepest breath you can.... In/out [Pause 2 seconds] In/out [Pause 2 seconds] In/out [Pause 2 seconds] Often we take the pace of the environments in which we find ourselves.... if you are in an urban center.... you'll quicken your walking speed or talking speed.... if you are in a more laid-back setting you may catch yourself adjusting....    As you breathe in and out... simply notice that you can adjust your pace to suit your needs.... your bus or train may be going at 30 mph, 80 mph, or at a standstill... it's of no consequence to you nor to your breath... just take it in and let it out. Now there is no right nor wrong way of meditating... it's a practice.... it's not about forgetting.... it's about returning.... so you are going and you get to return and in that shift you are performing your own little act of rebellion.    Your mind wants to go here, there, everywhere, and you gently return to your breath... your breath is your home. Keep breathing in and out...   Notice what thoughts capture your attention and just return to the breath...   It's not so impressive to meditate in a silent room on a meditation pillow by yourself.... it's more impressive to meditate in a loud space on a hard bench or whilst standing in a space that requires more of you to choose your breath. Take a moment to visualize your day ahead. Perhaps there's a challenging conversation or an important meeting waiting for you. With each breath, imagine yourself moving through these moments with clarity and presence.    When you arrive at work, try taking three conscious breaths before entering each meeting – a micro-practice to center yourself in the present moment. Commuting is the ultimate practice... in my opinion.... It's not easy to find a comfortable way of being at times It's not easy to demand quiet It's not easy to breathe sometimes It can be said that the same is true in like to respond in a world that is persistently seeking a reaction As you stay put, remind yourself that you get to be intentional with how you use this time. Remind yourself of the pace of your breath. Use this time to plan your response. Give yourself a chance to live out your brand of leadership in a way that encourages your team to do the same. As you get ready to complete this meditation, remember that this commute isn't just taking you to work - it's taking you to people who count on your presence and leadership. Each breath can help you show up as the leader you aspire to be.   I invite you to begin to move your toes and fingers at your pace. Truly give yourself an opportunity to use this time to mindfully approach the people and business challenges that will arise, and know that you can always return to your breath as a reliable reminder to whatever intention you set out for yourself today.   And on your journey home, let each breath help you process and release the day's events, creating space between your work life and your home life. Sending you composure today... If this meditation resonated with you and you'd like to bring something similar to your team or company, I'd love to hear from you. I'm excited to be offering meditation and mindfulness solutions for stress and burnout, both remotely and in-person. Email me [melissa.llarena [at] gmail.com to share what your company needs – whether it's regular guided sessions, workshops, or custom solutions for your unique challenges. Let's work together to create more mindful, resilient workplaces.

"Meditation saved my life."    --Jon MacaskillSri talks with former Navy SEAL commander and leadership speaker Jon Macaskill. Jon is also host of the podcast Men Talking Mindfulness. They discuss: How to recharge to prevent burnoutThe role of people-pleasing in burnout and anxietyStress reductionHow to begin meditating Leadership lessons through sportsTrust and delegation How to find purpose Gratitude as a superpower___

In this episode of Healthy Mind, Healthy Life, host Avik Chakraborty sits down with Steve Walsh, an entrepreneur, venture capital investor, and author of Make the 10X Leap. Together, they discuss the critical intersection of health, wellness, and success, emphasizing how a healthy mind and body are foundational for entrepreneurial leadership and personal growth. Steve shares actionable insights on mindfulness, meditation, and the value of mentorship in navigating life's challenges and achieving exponential success. About Steve Walsh: Steve Walsh is a seasoned venture capital investor and founder of Bison Equity Group. With over 30 years of experience, Steve is also the author of Make the 10X Leap, a guide to unlocking potential and fostering exponential growth. He is passionate about empowering entrepreneurs to thrive in both business and life by adopting mindfulness and wellness practices. Reach: https://www.bisonequitygroup.com/    Key Takeaways: Mindfulness Matters: Practicing meditation and staying present can help entrepreneurs unlock creativity and manage stress effectively. Lead by Example: A healthy leader inspires their team to prioritize wellness, creating a balanced and productive work environment. Mentorship is Key: Finding mentors who have navigated similar challenges can accelerate growth and provide invaluable guidance. Small Steps, Big Results: Begin mindfulness practices with small, manageable steps like a one-minute meditation or mindful eating. The 10X Principle: Learn from those who have achieved levels of success that align with your goals, even if they're in different industries. Tune in to discover how to integrate mindfulness and health into your journey to exponential growth and success!   Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch, DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik  Subscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/ Join Community: https://nas.io/healthymind Stay Tuned And Follow Us! YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylife Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/podhealth.club/  Threads - https://www.threads.net/@podhealth.club Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymind LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/newandnew/ #podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness

Ever feel like you're spinning in circles trying to manage your early childhood program? What if the secret to smooth sailing was already at your fingertips? Discover how embracing mindfulness can transform your day from chaos to clarity. Tune in to learn simple strategies that bring peace to your process and power to your leadership. Ready to lead with calm and confidence?

In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of mindful leadership and its potential to humanize AI in education. As technology continues to reshape classrooms and learning environments, how can educators and leaders ensure AI remains a tool for connection, equity, and ethical progress? Join us as we explore actionable strategies for balancing innovation with humanity, drawing insights from the intersection of mindfulness practices, leadership, and generative AI. Whether you're an educator, school leader, or tech enthusiast, this conversation will inspire you to rethink how AI can enhance—not replace—the human touch in education.   Meet this week's incredible guest and connect with her on LinkedIN Dr. Dayamudra Dennehy    

Are you feeling the weight of leadership pressure? Take the first step toward ease and fulfillment in this episode with Kim Ades as we explore the importance of emotional resilience plus practical strategies to navigate overwhelming responsibilities. Tune in now to hear more! Key Takeaways To Listen ForHow self-imposed pressures often outweigh external demands and why understanding this is the key to thriving under pressureWays to turn setbacks into stepping stones and leverage adversity to fuel personal and professional growthA simple, four-step formula to make confident, value-driven decisions that align with your goalsThe thinking habits of top leaders and their benefitsHow to find harmony between your values and actions for maximum impactResources Mentioned In This Episode2024 HEAL FormulaAbout Kim Ades, MBAKim is a serial entrepreneur who, after a decade of running a simulation-based assessment firm, sold her company and briefly worked for a local coaching company. She left after 8 months, believing she could offer better coaching. Kim felt the prevailing coaching model was flawed, intuitively realizing that driven leaders needed to understand the link between their thoughts and outcomes rather than being “held accountable.”In 2004, Kim founded Frame of Mind Coaching®, focusing on helping leaders maximize their potential and live fulfilling lives. She also created the Frame of Mind Coaching® Certification program to teach leaders effective coaching techniques.Connect With KimWebsite: Frame of Mind CoachingLinkedIn: Kim AdesX: @kimadesConnect With UsMaster your context with real results leadership training!To learn more, visit our website at www.greatsummit.com.For tax, bookkeeping, or accounting help, contact Dr. Nate's team at www.theincometaxcenter.com or send an email to info@theincometaxcenter.com.Follow Dr. Nate on His Social MediaLinkedIn: Nate Salah, Ph.DInstagram: @natesalah Facebook: Nate SalahTikTok: @drnatesalahClubhouse: @natesalah

Today's Flash Back Friday episode is from #630 that originally aired on Aug. 13 2023. With a distinguished partnership at LC Real Estate Group, a dynamic enterprise specializing in real estate investment, development, and brokerage, Eric stands at the helm of innovation. Armed with a PhD in Economics and boasting almost four decades as a real estate CEO and developer, he has not only shaped the industry landscape but also imparted his wisdom during two decades of real estate lectures at Colorado State University. A devoted practitioner of yoga and meditation for three decades, Eric's holistic approach to life enriches his multifaceted career. Beyond his remarkable achievements in real estate, Eric presents a transformative viewpoint on the symbiosis of business acumen and mindfulness, a perspective that has the potential to revolutionize lives. His impactful insights culminate in his celebrated book, "Profit with Presence: The Twelve Pillars of Mindful Leadership," a Wall Street bestseller that embodies his profound philosophy.   Quotes: “You're only as good as your community. If your community is weak, your investments are weak.” “I have a saying, “When the banks say no, I say go!”   Highlights:  1:37: Eric's journey / starting LC Real Estate Group  9:21: How do you instill an “internal culture” within your business?  10:20: What tactics & strategies has your team used to stay relevant over the years?  14:09: Lessons learned through various recessions?   21:33: Do you foresee fallout from issues like increased taxes, insurance & other financial impacts from tenants?  23:59: A leading indicator that the timing is coming for more opportunities?   26:29: The significance of having relationships with bankers & financial institutions  37:06: Negative impacts from virtual communication   Guest Website: lcrealestategroup.com // www.livinginthegap.org   Recommended Resources: Accredited Investors, you're invited to Join the Cashflow Investor Club to learn how you can partner with Kevin Bupp on current and upcoming opportunities to create passive cash flow and build wealth. Join the Club! If you're a high net worth investor with capital to deploy in the next 12 months and you want to build passive income and wealth with a trusted partner, go to InvestWithKB.com for opportunities to invest in real estate projects alongside Kevin and his team.  Looking for the ultimate guide to passive investing? Grab a copy of my latest book, The Cash Flow Investor at KevinBupp.com.  Tap into a wealth of free information on Commercial Real Estate Investing by listening to past podcast episodes at KevinBupp.com/Podcast. Learn more about Kevin's investment company and opportunities for Lifetime Cashflow at sunrisecapitalinvestors.com.

In this episode, we explore how anxiety shapes leadership styles and decision-making. Learn how to manage anxiety with actionable tools and strategies for more intentional, collaborative leadership.Key Takeaways:Recognize common anxiety-driven leadership patterns.Use mindset tools like pausing and journaling to stop overthinking.Embrace collaboration with a power-with approach for healthier leadership.Support the showJill Griffin , host of The Career Refresh, delivers expert guidance on workplace challenges and career transitions. Jill leverages her experience working for the world's top brands like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton Hotels, and Martha Stewart to address leadership, burnout, team dynamics, and the 4Ps (perfectionism, people-pleasing, procrastination, and personalities). Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on: Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making Keynote Speaking Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE Follow @JillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn