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From “It’s All About Me” to “I’m All About It”: A Zen Leadership Journey in Resort Wellness
As healers and leaders, we cannot be attached to outcomes but be present in the work and allow the transformation to occur, not through control but by creating the conditions in which it can arise.
Five Reasons And One Way To Slow Down In This Sped-Up Time
Smooth leadership is more coherent, resonant, attuned, connected and calm, and a way to access it is as near as one’s next exhale.
Being Moved by Movingness
A conversation with Peter Appel about the purpose and essence of Movingness and how he recently founded it as a somatic movement practice.
How To Face A Mess – The First Flip of Zen Leadership
The world is a messy place. How do you face messes like these and still authentically add your value? Make the flip from Coping To Transforming.
How Resilience Deepens Depending On Who Is Resilient
These times are calling for a deep level of resilience. Relationships are an important factor in the level of resilience we are able to cultivate. How are your relationships helping your resilience?
Report from the Frontlines - Helping Refugees in Chicago
David and Sarah Rose, members of the IZL community, have been helping the Venezuelan migrants in Chicago. They share some highs and lows and ways everyone can help.
The Active Leadership Ingredients That Turn Food Into Medicine
Dr. Whitelaw shares a story from IZL instructor Dr. Kristi Crymes. Dr. Crymes is helping to hold space for circle gathering that are changing lives and building community.
Fostering holistic leadership through FEBI – Lee’s Story
Jasleen Kaur and Kelly Bannister share the real journey of an IZL instructor.
Leading In The Age Of Resilience
Dr. Whitelaw reminds us that in this Age of Resilience, we need to remember our one-withness.
We Won’t Be Smarter Or Faster Than AI, But Here’s A Way To Be Wiser
Dr. Whitelaw explores the connection between AI and climate change. She offers 3 internal and external practices for leaders in these times.
How To Use AI In Service Of Life: 3 Practices For Leaders
Dr. Whitelaw explores the connection between AI and climate change. She offers 3 internal and external practices for leaders in these times.
Try On A New Relationship With Time
Dr. Whitelaw explores our relationship to time. Technology is helping time "speed up" while Dr. Whitelaw invites us to slow down.
Shakuhachi Zen: The Lure of the Shakuhachi's Siren Song
Jeff Nytes recounts his Shakuhachi - and Zen - journey
The Labels That Stoke Conflict
Jen Ayres wonders if the labels we give ourselves help - or hurt - dialogue.
Seeking Perfection: Steve Jobs, Mu, Ma and Zen
Andy Robins explores something quite removed from the news of the day.
Playground Leadership: In The Age Of Bully Leaders, Where Is Our Mandela?
Andy Robins wonders about world leaders and ponders Nelson Mandela's courage.
