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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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