Technalink understands that for some people, events can generate such an extreme, negative emotional reaction that it leaves a permanent “residue.” This is sometimes called an “emotional wound,” and it can continue to negatively impact a person’s day-to-day living experience for the rest of their lives. Fortunately, just because people have sustained emotional wounds, that doesn’t mean they have to resign themselves to living with them. [Read more…]

Technalink knows that one of the overarching goals in most people’s lives is to be happy. That’s quite natural, as happiness is a desirable state for anyone to want to attain for as long as possible. However, seeking happiness can be a challenge, especially for people who aren’t precisely sure what it is. [Read more…]

Technalink has been a constant advocate for the benefits that learning how to meditate can bring to people. However, it’s easy to see how, for some, even the thought of beginning meditation can be intimidating. There’s an assumption that learning how to meditate requires an already highly developed sense of personal enlightenment or spirituality, or a highly evolved state of self-control.

None of these things is true. Anyone can learn how to meditate; the important thing is a willingness to move in the right direction, not necessarily follow a specific set of steps. [Read more…]

Like many throughout the world, Technalink is navigating a situation where circumstances are constantly changing, new economic, political, legal, and even cultural crises occur on a seemingly regular basis, and chaos has been a recurring theme. However, for people who find themselves struggling to navigate one new development after another, meditation can often be a way to find some calm in the middle of disruptive periods. [Read more…]

Technalink believes that one of the best tools for cultivating mindfulness in meditation is focusing on your breath. If you want to observe something that is happening in the present, your breath is always there, one of your best tools to quickly and easily deploy for the purposes of meditation and being in the present.

However, it’s possible to focus too much on this. [Read more…]

Technalink has always appreciated that being a good listener is one of the most valuable and underrated social and managerial skills we have. But one thing many people don’t realize about developing a stronger sense of mindfulness is that it can go a long way toward making you a better listener as well. [Read more…]

One of the most rewarding parts of leadership is seeing someone’s potential before they fully recognize it themselves. You spot the decision-making instincts, notice the work ethic, and maybe even catch a glimpse of your former self reflected in you. You know they’d be a great leader, but they need to know it too. Unfortunately, many high performers struggle with high levels of insecurity, and before they can become the fully realized leaders they are inside, they have to build their confidence. Luckily, they have you to help. [Read more…]

As leaders, we make decisions all day. However, sometimes the path forward isn’t clear. Often, I have to choose between two tough options or weigh a high opportunity cost. When I face a tough choice, I reach for my mala. With some simple mala practices, I can get out of the huddle and see things clearly. For decision-making, I use fluorite mala beads. Fluorite helps you sort through competing thoughts, reduce overwhelm, and see patterns more clearly. [Read more…]