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July Mindfulness and Workplace Wellness Research Round-Up
By The Mindful Leader Team
This month, we look at reports on global employee engagement and wellbeing as well as on workplace empathy. Then, we review two studies using MBSR for clinical treatment, the first in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), and the second in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Lastly, we consider the efficacy of brief, self-administered mindfulness techniques in reducing stress. We have summarized the main ideas and key takeaways below with links to the full articles a…
Mindfulness or Buddhist Spirituality for Sale? A Call for True Independence
By Mo Edjlali, Mindful Leader Founder and CEO
As we reflect on freedom and self-determination, we must examine the state of mindfulness in our society. Our field is experiencing a concerning decline and facing growing criticism. Something is fundamentally off, and this article aims to explore one of the potential reasons contributing to this blowback.
Since 2009, when I became involved in this field, the mindfulness industry has experienced significant growth, benefiting millions while blurrin…
June Monthly Newsletter
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⏳ 2024 Summit Final Week to Save $300 with Super Early Bird (ends Friday) Hello Mindful Leaders, Mind-reading AI: will It revolutionize mindfulness or allow powerful organizations to control us? What does the latest research tell us about how employee and leader mindfulness helps boost innovation, this year’s Deloitte Gen Z and Millennial Survey, and the effectiveness of two therapeutic approaches for treating bipolar disorder? How does the concept of perception as a "controlled halluc… |
The Neuroscience of Perception & Self-Awareness
Session Summary
Dr. Anil Seth's session at the 2019 Mindful Leader Summit provides a thought-provoking exploration of how we perceive the world and ourselves. By presenting perception and the self as constructed experiences, he offers a new lens through which to understand our emotions and mental health. This session highlights the importance of recognizing the brain's role in shaping our reality and underscores the need for further research into the predictive mechanisms underlying perception …
June Mindfulness and Workplace Wellness Research Round-Up
By The Mindful Leader Team
This month, we explore how employee and leader mindfulness helps boost innovation and project success before turning our attention to this year’s Deloitte Gen Z and Millennial Survey. Next, we’ll compare the effectiveness of two therapeutic approaches for treating bipolar disorder before examining how mindfulness-based programs reduce burnout in social workers. We have summarized the main ideas and key takeaways below with links to the full articles and sources.
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AI's Mind-Reading Breakthrough: 5 Ways it will Revolutionize Mindfulness
By The Mindful Leader Team
Imagine stepping into a thrilling new chapter in the world of technology. Picture a reality where artificial intelligence (AI) can tap into human brain activity and translate it into a coherent text. Sounds like a thing of the future, right? Well, this isn't some far-off dream. It's the present, unfolding right before our eyes. A groundbreaking study conducted by scientists at the University of Texas, Austin has recently opened up this new frontier, showing us how AI …
May Monthly Newsletter
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🌸 Spring into Summer $200 off with code MBSR200OFF on MBSR Classes. (Limited time offer) Hello Mindful Leaders, How can appreciating the beauty of flowers help to nurture peace of mind? Can the insights gained from the "reverse exorcism" experiment in the Mind Field series be applied to the field of mindfulness? How can prioritizing wellness be an act of resistance? What does the latest research tell us about using social norms to destigmatize mental health, the importance of addressin… |
Stop and Smell the Roses: Mindful Garden Bathing
By The Mindful Leader Team
In the 1950s, legendary golfer Walter Hagen offered sage advice in his book "The Walter Hagen Story," reminding us, "You’re only here for a short visit. Don’t hurry, don’t worry. And be sure to smell the flowers along the way." This counsel has evolved into the well-known exhortation to "stop and smell the roses," a metaphor for taking time out of our busy lives to appreciate the small joys and natural beauty around us. This concept aligns perfectly with the practice …
The Way of the Healthy Deviant Leader
Session Summary
Pilar Gerasimo's captivating session at the 2019 Mindful Leader Summit, offered profound insights into navigating the complexities of societal expectations while prioritizing individual well-being. Against the backdrop of her personal journey and experiences, Pilar highlighted key principles for fostering healthier environments within organizations and embracing holistic wellness practices.
Key Highlights
- Challenging Societal Norms: Pilar Gerasimo shares her personal journ…
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.