Reach Minds - ‘Thoughts for your Life Journey’

Welcome to the 8th episode of the ‘Reach Minds: Thoughts for Your Life’s Journey’ podcast. Today, I am joined by the lovely Sandrine Giacobino. Sandrine will share the magic of yoga and how it can bring us self-compassion, help us be more present, and accept ourselves, among other benefits. In this podcast, we pose the following questions on yoga magic: What drew you to the essence of yoga, and you shared that you ‘Feel the Love.’ What does that mean? What is your philosophy when teaching and practicing yoga? How have you benefited? How have you changed in the process? What continues to inspire you? What benefits have you observed in others? What brings you joy to continue doing this? What tips or resources would you offer to others to tap into their own magic of yoga? I first encountered Sandrine Giacobino when I attended her Yin yoga class. It didn’t take long for me to realize that Sandrine was a special teacher who brought much more to her classes than just her practice. Her readings of poetry and phrases resonated deeply with me and others in her classes. Sandrine, before we begin, I would love for you to share a poem that has meant a lot to you. What Other Reason Could There Be - from the Tao Te Ching Life is always too short. We will never be able to see everything we wanted to see, do all the things we wanted to do, or achieve all the successes we thought so important. But to arrive at a quiet mind, and a serene spirit, is the supreme accomplishment. If we do this, we have done all. Do what you can each day. Enjoy your goals and plans. But the cultivation of your spirit is your greatest task. What other reason could there be for the life you have been given? Sandrine has a portfolio career. She started in communication within the film industry, aspiring to be a runner. However, she wasn’t quite satisfied with her work in the film industry, so she decided to travel to India to study massage, and as they say, the rest is history. Sandrine began practicing yoga in 2001 and “fell in love with it.” Two years later, after completing the Sivananda teacher training and teaching for a few months, she travelled to Mysore to study Ashtanga yoga and meditation. This was just the beginning of many years of traveling and studying different traditions, healing practices, spiritual approaches, and yoga with various teachers. She has studied with some of the best teachers, either in Europe while living in London or during her travels. Her classes mix a variety of styles according to what is needed at the moment. As a long-time student once said: “I never had a single class that was the same during all these years.” London has long been her main home between travels, but she has also taught in Thailand, Bali, South Africa, Costa Rica, and Mexico. Sandrine teaches more and more yin classes, where she finds that the real essence of yoga is a slow, passive practice that allows us to dive into the silence and stillness where everything comes from, allowing us to reconnect to what we truly are. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Highly recommend Sandrine and if you want to get hold of her here are some of the places  *https://www.sandrinegiacobino.info/ *https://www.sandrinegiacobino.info/blog *Insta: sandrine_giacobino

Welcome to  our episode of ‘Reach Minds: Thoughts for Your Life’s Journey’ podcast. In today’s show, we explore how vulnerability can be a doorway into connecting with our human fragility. This concept is often overlooked in ourselves and when working with leaders in organisations. How do we, as practitioners, acknowledge or discuss human fragility when we see it in our clients or leaders, particularly as part of the change and transitional process where uncertainty and anxiety could be present. Today, I am joined by Steve Hearsum, a consultant supervisor and coach, and the author of No Silver Bullet: Bursting the Bubble of the Organisational Quick Fix, which examines how leaders and organisations unconsciously collude with the purveyors of quick-fix, silver bullet solutions for complex challenges. Steve is a board member at the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations and was formerly the Co-Chair of the Organization Development Network Europe. In this podcast, we pose the following questions on Fragility: How would you define fragility in layperson’s terms? When do you think fragility is evoked, and what do you see as the relationship between fragility and shame? You often talk about the ‘self as an instrument.’ Can you give an example where you acknowledged your own fragility and took action on it? What tips and insights can you share when confronted with our own fragility? Resources Mentioned in This Episode: No Silver Bullet: Moving Beyond Quick Fix Solutions in Business and the Psychology of Change Management Paperback – 28 Mar. 2024 https://amzn.eu/d/cXf7GiJ www.edgeandstretch.com www.hearsum.com Steve Hearsum (17 Oct 2024, 17:24) https://thinkers50.com/radar-nominations Mans Search for Meaning – Victor Frankl  The Self as an Instrument–A Cornerstone for the Future of OD By Mee-Yan Cheung-Judge  Tips:  1. Reflectivity  2. Getting comfortable with not knowing  3. Owing your own Fragility  4. Self inquiry  5. Courage and curiosity 

Welcome to our 6th episode of Reach Minds – ‘Thoughts for Your Life Journey’ podcast. In today’s episode, we will dive deep into the transformative power of self-compassion and self-kindness. We’ll explore what it means to be truly kind to ourselves, why it’s so important, and how it can positively impact every area of our lives. In the fast-paced world we live in, we often forget the most important relationship we have—the one with ourselves I am delighted to have my colleague Shamash Alidina joining me today. He is best known as the internationally bestselling author of 10 books, including Mindfulness for Dummies and The Mindful Way through Stress. He frequently appears in newspapers, magazines, and on radio shows. Shamash is based in London, he runs online trainings and speaks at conferences all over the world. He is a keen educator and has trained almost 500 mindfulness teachers in the last 11 years. Prior to that, he spent 10 years teaching mindfulness/meditation as well as science in schools. Back in 2013, he pioneered online Mindfulness Teacher Training, launching his program Teach Mindfulness Online. With 10 years of experience in running online courses, he creates new courses based on his latest findings every year.   “Shamash have you ever caught yourself being your own harshest critic?” “I used to be my own worst critic, constantly pushing myself to meet impossibly high standards. It wasn’t until I faced burnout that I realized the importance of being kinder to myself. Learning to practice self-compassion has been a transformative journey for me, and while I still struggle at times, it’s now a cornerstone of my well-being.” Imagine what could change if you treated yourself with the same kindness you offer to others. Is the key to a happier, more fulfilled life a little self-compassion? In this podcast we pose the following questions on self-compassion and self-kindness: What does of self-compassion and how it differs from what some people might think its self-indulgence? Is self-kindness different from self-compassion?  What is some of the research  on self-compassion and self-kindness?  What are some of the benefits of self-compassion and self-kindness - mental health, relationships, and even your work What might be some of the challenges someone might face when practicing  self-compassion ? set of tools to help you start being kinder to yourself every day So, whether you’re someone who struggles with self-criticism or just curious about how to nurture a more compassionate mindset, stay tuned—there’s something here for everyone." Resources Mentioned in This Episode:  https://www.shamashalidina.com Free 30-day self-compassion challenge: https://www.shamashalidina.com/self-compassion-challenge Free talk on Kindfulness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThfWZqEJl0E Online Course on Kindfulness: https://www.awakeacademy.org/product/kindfulness/ Community with Meditations and Recordings linked to Kindness: dailymindfulnessclub.com Mindfulness and Kindness Teacher Training: TeachMindfulnessOnline.com Books - Shamashalidina.com/books Ajahn Brahm. Book called Kindfulness. His site: https://bswa.org/teachers/ajahn-brahm/

Episode 5 – The Dynamic of Shame  Welcome to our 5th episode on Reach Minds – ‘Thoughts for your life journey’ podcast. In this episode, we will explore the dynamics of shame, its occurrence, and strategies for managing it. Shame is around us, inside us, and between us, embodying difficult feelings. I first encountered the concept of shame through Brené Brown’s extensive work on the topic. However, it wasn’t until my supervision course at the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations that I truly began to understand how shame is integral to our learning and relational experiences. It often arises from the need to be seen and the fear of being judged by others. In this episode, we also explore how shame relates to and differs from embarrassment, humiliation, and guilt. Today, I am joined by Dr. Eliat Aram, who has been the CEO of the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations for the past 16 years. Eliat is a Chartered Director (IOD), a Chartered Psychologist (BPS), a UKCP registered Gestalt and Humanistic psychotherapist and supervisor, and a pioneering member of the Complexity and Management Centre at Hertfordshire University. Her theoretical understanding spans complexity theory, organizational studies, Gestalt psychotherapy theory, and system psychodynamics. She is a keen practitioner of the TIHR’s Group Relations enterprise ‘learning through experience practice’ and has directed dozens of Group Relations conferences internationally, including the ‘Leicester conference’ since 2007. You can find out more about Eliat Aram by visiting the Tavistock Institute of Human Relations (TIHR) website https://www.tavinstitute.org In this podcast we pose the following questions on shame? How would you define the dynamic of shame?  What role does culture and society play in shaping our understanding of shame? What are the common triggers for shame?  How does shame does it differ from guilt? Is Shame universal?  What are some effective methods or practices for overcoming shame?  Resources Mentioned in This Episode:  https://www.tavinstitute.org You can find out more about Eliat Aram by going on to the Tavistock institute human relations website https://www.tavinstitute.org Winnie the Pooh. A.A Milne  2992_FETL_Shame-within-organisational-life-web-1 Jean Paul Sartre  in Being and nothingness 1956)    Here are the main books where she delves into the subject of shame: Brené Brown has written extensively on the topic of shame, with several of her books focusing on this theme. Here are the main books where she delves into the subject of shame: 1. **"I Thought It Was Just Me (But It Isn't): Making the Journey from 'What Will People Think?' to 'I Am Enough'" (2007)** 2. **"The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are" (2010)**   3. **"Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead" (2012)** 4. **"Rising Strong: How the Ability to Reset Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead" (2015)**    5. **"Braving the Wilderness: The Quest for True Belonging and the Courage to Stand Alone" (2017)**    6. **"Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts." (2018)** These books collectively provide a comprehensive understanding of shame, its effects, and how to build resilience against it, all while embracing vulnerability and authenticity.