Archives for 2023

It’s important to remember that anxiety is an emotional reaction to real-world events. It’s thinking about the “what if?” rather than focusing on what is actually happening in the present. To better look after your well being, it’s important to discover what the anxiety spiral is, what causes it, and how you can put a stop to it before it gets out of control.

Anxiety begins with stress. When we feel stress, it triggers the amygdala – or the “fight or flight” part of the brain. When this part of the brain gets going, it begins flooding the body with cortisol, or the stress hormone. This makes you feel the physical symptoms of stress like a short temper, headache, difficulty concentrating, or even an upset stomach. [Read more…]

When we say lead with mindfulness, we are referring to incorporating mindfulness and compassion into leadership practices.

Mindfulness involves being present and fully engaged in the current moment, while compassion involves a deep awareness and concern for the well-being of others. When you integrate these elements into leadership, it can have a profound effect on both the leader and the team. [Read more…]

Meditation can be a powerful tool for promoting relaxation, focus, and overall well-being. However, many people encounter challenges when starting or maintaining a meditation practice. Here are some common meditation challenges you may face and how to overcome them. [Read more…]

An important part of leadership is delegation. Conscious leadership means knowing that you can’t take everyone on yourself. Not only will it cause burnout and a lack of work life balance, but it takes opportunity away from your team. Each task thoughtfully delegated is an opportunity for your talent to learn, grow, and shine. Not all delegation is effective delegation, and knowing the difference between the two is crucial to doing things right. [Read more…]

A stressful morning can throw your entire day off-course. For many women in business, the most likely cause of this early morning stress is your commute. Mindfulness during your commute can be difficult if you’re traveling busy roads and making your way into the office during rush hour, but difficult is not impossible.

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Compassionate leaders know that behind the day-to-day operations lies the company mission that drives the whole organization. Every employee, from entry-level to c-suite, contributes to that larger purpose in a unique and impactful way. Compassionate leaders can see each team member’s unique purpose and how it contributes to company success. With this profound insight, compassionate leaders are uniquely positioned to provide guidance and opportunities tailored to each individual’s strengths. By empowering your team, you can help them discover their purpose within the organization and in their own lives. [Read more…]

Your life’s purpose is the foundation that gives significance and coherence to your life. Finding your purpose is vital because it helps you establish specific and achievable objectives. You feel more fulfilled and motivated when you align your actions with your true purpose. Further, when you’re driven by something meaningful, you’re more focused and resilient when facing challenges. Your life’s purpose is a powerful source of inner strength, helping you stay on course and achieve your goals with purpose and determination. [Read more…]

In the global economy, events on the other side of the world can impact our local offices. The interconnected nature of the economy means our international partners and suppliers may be vulnerable to conflicts, political instability, and natural disasters. Software critical to our operations could have a home office in a war-impacted country. Essential materials or components could be unavailable based on infrastructure destruction due to a disastrous flood. Worst of all, our colleagues and partners could have direct ties to these distant locations, creating emotional stress and distractions that negatively impact their work. [Read more…]