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March 12th, 2024 Newsletter
Hello Mindful Leaders, What does the latest research tell us about the effectiveness (or lack thereof) of workplace well-being programs, the benefits of fun, and the relationship between mindfulness and problematic social media use? How can you become a better listener and why is the act of listening important? |
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March Mindfulness and Workplace Wellness Research Round-Up
By The Mindful Leader Team
This month, we look at the effectiveness (or lack thereof) of workplace well-being initiatives as well as how to find the best wellness app for your employees. Then, we consider the benefits of introducing fun in the workplace before exploring why companies are sticking with a four-day work week. Lastly, we’ll review the relationship between mindfulness and problematic social media use. We have summarized the main ideas and key takeaways below with links to the full a…
March 5th, 2024 Newsletter
Hello Mindful Leaders, What happens when the 9 Attitudes of Mindfulness are misunderstood and misapplied? Why is it important for leaders to display empathy towards their employees? |
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Can the 9 Attitudes of Mindfulness do Harm?
By Mo Edjlali, Mindful Leader Founder and CEO
If you have ever taken Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) or are familiar with the work of Jon Kabat-Zinn, you probably have heard of the nine attitudes of mindfulness. Initially, Jon Kabat-Zinn described these attitudes in his book Full Catastrophe Living. They are foundational attitudes essential for cultivating mindfulness: non-judging, patience, beginner's mind, trust, non-striving, acceptance, letting go, gratitude, and generosity. These…
February 20th, 2024 Newsletter
Hello Mindful Leaders, What simple 2-minute practice can help you deal with a raging bully at work? How can we harness intersectionality, mindfulness, and compassion to develop impactful leadership skills? What can we do to transform conflict into connection? |
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Love thy Bully: 2-minute Exercise to Help with Toxicity at Work
By Mo Edjlali, Founder & CEO
Confronting Workplace Challenges
In the early days of my meditation journey, I worked full-time doing IT program management for federal agencies. One memorable project was to champion our department's software needs and evaluate the work of a contracting firm eager to conclude their software development efforts.
This firm was ready to wrap things up and move on. The VP who was overseeing the development was eager to swiftly, and with as little cost, secure approva…
The Power of Love & Connection in a World of Noise & Fear
Session Summary
In her session at the 2022 Mindful Leader Summit, The Power of Love & Connection in a World of Noise and Fear, Michelle Maldonado, Founder & CEO of Lucenscia, brought to light the transformative power of mindfulness in leadership. In this article, we delve into the key highlights of the session, exploring the nuanced concepts of contextual mindfulness, intersectionality, and compassion as integral components of inclusive and impactful leadership.
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January Monthly Newsletter
Hello Mindful Leaders, What are 4 ways leaders can avoid the trap of ego? Can mindfulness help us break unhealthy habits? How can leaders combine reflection with SMART Goals to create effective change? Curious about what articles stood out over the last 30 days? Having a hard time keeping up with our content-packed weekly newsletters? We've got you covered. Enjoy, and if you're looking for this month's top LinkedIn Articles just scroll down. |
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January 23rd, 2023 Newsletter
Closing Soon: Fall Certified Workplace Mindfulness Facilitator (CWMF) Enrollment Hello Mindful Leaders, How can leaders combine reflection with SMART Goals to create effective change? Can mindfulness help us break unhealthy habits? Why aren't workplace well-being programs improving employee mental health? |
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The Neuroscience Behind How Mindfulness Helps Us Hack Our Minds
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Understanding Habitual Behavior and the Mind-Brain Connection: Dr. Judson Brewer's session at the 2018 Mindful Leader Summit dove into the intricacies of habitual behavior, uncovering the role of the Default Mode Network (DMN) and the phenomenon of contraction in the brain.
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Real-time Neurofeedback and Clinical Applications: The session showcased groundbreaking real-time neurofeedback experiments, providing a glimpse into the immediate impact of mindfulness on brain act…