presence

Our minds are constantly busy—either distracted by the external world or lost in internal ruminations about the past, future worries, or even daydreams. Rarely do we stay fully present, focusing on just one thing at a time. We live at a fast pace, and our…

Introduction to Peace and Conflict I recently had the privilege of attending an ECIS leadership conference where Hilary Cremin, a distinguished research professor at the University of Cambridge, delivered a compelling keynote on a topic that resonates deeply in today's world: PEACE. At a time…

Horses Horses, with their intuitive nature, have an uncanny ability to perceive the slightest shifts in energy. As flight animals, they are hardwired to discern safety from threat, making them the ultimate judges of character, devoid of bias and judgment. They don't concern themselves with…

The Power of Deep Listening in Leadership In the world of leadership, lies an often-overlooked superpower: the art of listening. Imagine a leader who sits back, not with the intent to reply, but to truly understand, embodying the essence of Sue Thoele's wisdom: "Deep listening…

The Scattering Phenomenon What drives this restless scattering? Sometimes we avoid important but difficult issues by preoccupying ourselves with smaller tasks. We often compare ourselves to others and feel pressure to match their activity. Leaders may also feel that they need to appear busy all…

If sitting still isn’t your thing, then keep moving Slowing down can also be done with movement. The trick is to do this mindfully. Set yourself a timer. For the next 5-10-15 minutes, try to really focus on your movement. How does the movement feel…