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May Mindfulness and Workplace Wellness Research Round-Up
By The Mindful Leader Team
In this month's research roundup, we learn how to use social norms to destigmatize mental health, the importance of addressing the unique mental health challenges that women face, how HR’s role in promoting mental health is evolving, the influence of frequency and duration of meditation, and how mindfulness effects working memory. We have summarized the main ideas and key takeaways below with links to the full articles and sources.
More People Use Mental Health Benef…
Mindful Ethics: 4 Questions Raised by a Reverse Exorcism
By Mo Edjlali, Mindful Leader Founder & CEO
The episode "Belief" from the series Mind Field explores the profound impact of belief and suggestion on human perception and experience. The central experiment of the episode, described as a "reverse exorcism," is designed not to expel a spirit from an individual but rather to induce the sensation of a spirit entering them. This concept, while fabricated for the purpose of the experiment, serves as a vehicle to investigate the power of belief and the…
April Monthly Newsletter
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Hello Mindful Leaders, What will become of mindfulness after the hype? What are the key principles of Reality Therapy and how can they be applied to improve mental well-being and relationships? How can cultivating mindfulness revolutionize leadership paradigms, fostering empathy and resilience in an ever-evolving landscape? What does the latest research tell us about the potential of online mindfulness interventions for improving mental health in university students, reducing distress i… |
Mindfulness & Sport Psychology for Elite Performers
Session Summary
An engaging session at the 2019 Mindful Leader Summit, led by Dr. Mark Campbell, delved into the profound intersection of mindfulness and leadership. Dr. Campbell, renowned for his expertise in organizational psychology, highlighted the pivotal role of mindfulness in nurturing effective leadership practices. Throughout the session, he discussed practical strategies for integrating mindfulness into leadership roles while emphasizing the transformative power of compassion and empa…
Unlock the Power of Now: Reality Therapy Based Practice
By The Mindful Leader Team
What is Reality Therapy?
Reality Therapy, developed by psychiatrist William Glasser in the 1960s, is a powerful approach that helps individuals take responsibility for their choices and actions, ultimately leading to improved mental well-being and relationships. This article aims to provide an overview of Reality Therapy, its key principles, and its application in various aspects of life, as well as a self-guided practice to explore how to apply this approach in per…
April Mindfulness and Workplace Wellness Research Round-Up
By The Mindful Leader Team
This month, we examine the potential of online mindfulness interventions for improving mental health in university students as well as its promise in reducing distress in those with chronic tinnitus. Then, we shift to an exploration of integrating relational mindfulness practices in the online classroom before looking at the impact of mindfulness apps on different psychological behaviors. Lastly, we review Metzinger’s latest book on consciousness. We have summarized t…
Mindfulness Beyond the Hype
By Dr. Gus Castellanos, Guest Contributor
Earlier this year, I wrote about my concerns regarding the future of mindfulness. These centered around the decline in participation in MBPs, partly due to competition from tele-mental health services (covered by insurance) and psychedelics (quick fix) as alternatives; the emergence of inadequately trained teachers; the plethora of apps and asynchronous digital programs; the continued overpromotion and commodification; and the influence of AI.
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March Monthly Newsletter
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Hello Mindful Leaders, What happens when the 9 Attitudes of Mindfulness are misunderstood and misapplied? 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 did we scale an international, community-led program offering 120 weekly meditation sessions? Curious about what articles stood out over the last 30 days? Having a hard t… |
The Opa Method: Laughing in the Face of Spilled Milk (and Broken Plates)
By Mo Edjlali, Founder & CEO
Life, in all its unpredictability, often feels like a well-rehearsed play where suddenly an actor forgets their line, or the props fall apart. It's in these unscripted moments—like when a plate crashes to the ground, or a phone rings in the sacred silence of meditation—that we're given a choice. How do we react? With frustration, an outburst, or a shout of "Opa!"?
For some of us who have been in toxic atmospheres where a broken plate would result in shame, blame, a…
Meditate Together: Scaling a Global 24x5 Drop-in Program
Session Summary
A thought-provoking session at the 2022 Mindful Leader Summit, led by Dori Kelner, Meditate Together Community Manager, shed light on the transformative journey of the Meditate Together program. From its humble beginnings as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic to becoming a global community of practice, the session emphasized the importance of simplicity, transparency, and continuous learning in building a successful mindfulness program.
Key Highlights
- Conceived during the…