10% Happier with Dan Harris Stress Better, Modupe Akinola
Jul 17, 2019
Modupe Akinola, an Associate Professor at Columbia Business School, shares her expertise on stress and its dual nature. She explains how stress can be both a burden and a motivator, and provides insights into distinguishing between good and bad stress. Modupe recounts her transformational meditation journey and emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness. Additionally, she discusses the fascinating connection between stress and creativity, urging listeners to utilize stress for personal growth and improved performance.
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Akinola's Meditation Journey
- Modupe Akinola initially struggled with meditation, finding even five minutes of breathing an eternity.
- An acupuncturist suggested it to help Akinola connect with her emotions during a period of self-reflection.
The Hoffman Institute
- Akinola attended the Hoffman Institute, a program for high achievers to unpack emotional baggage from their families.
- A key issue for Akinola was the decision about having children and understanding her own emotions.
Tonal Meditation
- Guided meditations at Hoffman helped Akinola see meditation's value, leading her to explore tonal meditation.
- She found tonal meditation powerful because she could feel the vibrations in her lungs, a new sensory experience.