Mindful Millennials

As millennials begin and progress in their careers, we are witnessing a shift in values. If boomers celebrated sex, drugs and rock “n” roll, this generation embraces well-being, purpose, financial security and mindfulness.  Shaped by technology and social media, millennial multitaskers are ultra-connected, struggling with college debt and increased costs of living. Technology may have

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Balancing Act

Having control is one of our greatest illusions, especially when it comes to our work-life balance. Balance suggests that we can attain equanimity, mental calmness and composure in both our personal and professional lives at the same time; but life usually interferes with our plans. So, it’s not surprising that when individuals were asked if

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Persistence Pays Off

Why do some people give up when they encounter challenges, while others who are no more capable continue to stay motivated and persevere? There are techniques, based on age-old practices and supported by the latest research, that are effective in increasing our success. Research demonstrates that people who practice mindfulness (a state of present awareness

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Mindfulness on the Job

The practice of mindfulness (increased present awareness) has impacted our understanding of the field of behavioral economics. New research demonstrates that, by paying attention to one’s environment instead of simply reacting to it, we can reduce stress, enhance creativity, increase motivation and improve performance.  Rather than following old rules and routines, present awareness gives you

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Workplace wellness can cut costs, generate ROI

Employers struggling with the high cost of health care costs may find a more holistic approach to well being can cut these soaring costs. There is some surprising research that demonstrates that small investments in corporate wellness may yield great returns, including attracting and keeping engaged, highly productive, loyal, healthy, and happy employees: For every

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From Chaos to Calm: Mindfulness Apps

Mindfulness meditation, the ancient practice of focusing the mind and increasing nonjudgmental present awareness, has made its way into the business community. Individuals and corporations are embracing these skills to help them better manage their stress and find more satisfaction along the way. While the digital revolution has profoundly impacted our lives and often appears

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Mindful Meditation

As a journalist, sociologist and researcher, I have observed profound success and great suffering. It’s not surprising that few individuals know how to find balance in an unbalanced world; learning to surf one’s 65,000 daily thoughts is not an easy task.   By creating a new relationship with your thoughts can profoundly impact you well-being

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Breaking Basel: Art Basel Miami is not only a major global cultural event, but an economic engine

Art Basel Miami brings an estimated $2 billion of economic activity to the region. What three passionate gallerists launched as a small art fair in Basel, Switzerland in 1970 has spread to Hong Kong and Miami Beach. Art Basel Miami from Dec. 4-7 will draw more than 250 of the world’s leading international galleries and

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Reaching critical mass on mindfulness

It was another magnificent morning at MassMutual South Florida, one of the largest insurance and financial services firms in the region. General Agent Partner Erik Sussman and some of his team members had just completed the transformational Mindfulness, Meditation and Movement (MMM) workshop. This six-week on-site program teaches individuals how to make modifications in their

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