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• Mindset and Motivation: Before conducting a performance review, it is crucial to examine your own mindset and motivation. Challenge yourself to approach the conversation with a service-oriented mindset, devoid of hidden motives, and guided by compassion.
• Recognition of Humanity and Positive Intent: Recognize that the individuals involved in performance reviews are human beings with their own unique experiences and perspectives. Assume positive intent, understanding that ever…

By The Mindful Leader Team

In the hustle and bustle of the modern workplace, where deadlines loom and stress can mount, cultivating a sense of gratitude may seem like a lofty goal. However, integrating simple and effective gratitude practices into the daily fabric of team interactions can foster positive emotions and enhance the overall work environment.

Picture this: a team standup, a meeting, or a meditation session seamlessly incorporating a moment of reflection, which can easily incorporat…

By The Mindful Leader Team

This month, we first look at a study showing that most workers consider wellbeing to be equally as important as salary. Then, we examine how employees feel about wellness workplace initiatives before taking a deep dive into the paradoxes of showing compassion at work. Next, we explore holistic health and burnout in the workplace as well as just how important leisure activities are for reducing workaholism and work stress. We have summarized the main ideas and key take…

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• Embodied Mindfulness for Inclusive Leadership: Utilize embodied mindfulness to address world challenges and develop leaders who are inclusive and impactful.
• Context Matters: Emphasize the importance of considering context in mindful awareness, including external factors like societal issues, conflicts, and fears.
• Paradox of Prediction and Perception: Explore the brain's role as a predicting organ and the paradox it presents in shaping perceptions, acknowledging both limita…

By The Mindful Leader Team

The Empty Chair Technique is a valuable tool for self-exploration and emotional healing. By engaging in this experiential exercise, you can gain a deeper understanding of your inner conflicts and emotions, paving the way for personal growth and positive change. It is a talk therapy exercise commonly used in Gestalt therapy which was developed by Fritz Perls in the 1940s. It is designed to allow you to express your thoughts and feelings as if you were talking to a spec…

Key Highlights:

• Make mindfulness relatable and accessible. Avoid spiritual or esoteric language and focus on tangible benefits.
• Build a network of mindfulness champions. Start small and gradually build your network, pitching the concept to potential champions at every introductory class.
• Collaborate with curriculum developers to integrate mindfulness into the learning and development curriculum. Ensure that programs remain true to their core principles while making them accessible and pra…

By Mindful Leader Team

In a world inundated by duality, there's a pronounced urge in the human psyche to choose sides. Whether it's political affiliations, brand loyalty, or social ideologies, this dichotomy is pervasive. But what drives this impulse? And in a climate that's ever polarizing, how can mindful leaders navigate these choppy waters? Let’s explore.

The Psychological Urge to Belong

At the core of our need to align with a group or a set of beliefs, is our intrinsic desire for belongi…

A thought-provoking session at the 2022 Mindful Leader Summit led by Lili Powell, Ph.D., explored the role of resilience and attunement in leadership. This article delves into the insights shared during this session, highlighting the profound impact of leadership on guiding individuals and teams toward growth in the aftermath of adversity.

Why Resilience Matters

The central question addressed during the session was, "Why do some individuals thrive and grow after facing adversity, while other…