Best of MBS Bringing Mindfulness to the Workplace with Eric Klein
Jul 7, 2022
In this enlightening discussion, Eric Klein, a leadership author and pioneer of mindful practices in corporate settings, shares his insights on transforming work into a healing platform. He explores the importance of facing avoidance through mindfulness for more authentic interactions. Eric recounts his journey of introducing yoga and meditation into corporate leadership and notes the cultural shift towards accepting mindfulness at work. Packed with practical tools for personal development, this conversation is a treasure trove for anyone seeking to enhance their workplace experience.
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Work As A Healing Platform
- Work is a potent platform for healing personal wounds while delivering value to the world.
- Moving toward what's avoided releases dormant resources and brings greater wholeness.
Focus Liberated Michael
- Michael avoided deep commitment fearing it would box him in, then focused on coaching managers to be brief coaches.
- That focus liberated him personally and increased his impact.
A 30-Minute Presentation That Opened Doors
- Eric got his corporate break after telling a manager he was a yoga and meditation teacher.
- That 30-minute presentation opened the door to translating spiritual practice into conservative corporate language.
