Mindful Leadership

Collaboration in the workplace rarely fails because people lack skill—it breaks down when unresolved relational tension erodes trust. A consistent mindfulness practice can help us notice these tensions early, respond with clarity instead of reactivity, and stay grounded in moments of discomfort. Check out this article by Workplace Peace Institute on how trust, psychological safety, and innovation begin to flourish when we are conflict competent.

A Compassionate Body Scan Meditation is a mindfulness practice that involves bringing gentle, nonjudgmental awareness to different parts of the body while cultivating a sense of self-compassion and kindness. It is a variation of the traditional body scan meditation, but with an intentional focus on warmth, care, and acceptance toward yourself. This 10-minute Compassionate Body Scan Meditation is offered by Ronn Rawo McLane from Natural Awareness for Everyday Enlightenment.

Natural awareness meditation involves focusing on the present moment and observing thoughts, emotions, and sensations without judgment, aiming for a state of peaceful, spacious awareness. This 11-minute Natural Awareness Meditation is offered by Ronn Rawo McLane from Natural Awareness for Everyday Enlightenment.

Intentional non-sleep deep rest is shown to improve focus and energy. It has many of the benefits of actual sleep, supporting creativity, regulating mood, boosting motivation, and deepening learning. Rest (including napping) is a really powerful tool in the creative toolkit, but often not taken very seriously. Let's start taking it seriously.

INSTRUCTIONS: In a private place free of distractions, arrange a comfortable place for yourself. You might lay down or bolster yourself with pillows or even cover up with a soft or weighted blanket --whatever invites you to ease and relaxation and safety. Feel free to turn your camera off, just make sure you can hear my voice. For the next few minutes you don’t have to do anything but follow my voice.

INSTRUCTIONS: In a private place free of distractions, arrange a comfortable place for yourself. You might lay down or bolster yourself with pillows or even cover up with a soft or weighted blanket -- whatever invites you to ease and relaxation and safety. For the next few minutes you don’t have to do anything but follow my voice as you engage in an 8-minute meditation.