by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Oct 14, 2025 | Business, Curiosity, Leadership, Mindfulness, Politics, Transformation
How mindfulness stripped of wisdom traditions crumbles under pressure—and what we can do differently I’ve taught mindfulness at Salesforce and watched Marc Benioff champion “beginner’s mind”—looking at problems with fresh eyes. Which makes his recent support for... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Nov 6, 2024 | change, compassion, Leadership, Mindful City, Mindful Communication, Mindfulness, Politics, Resilience, Self-Regulation, stress, Three Mindfulness Trainings, Transformation
The truth will set you free, but first it will piss you off. – Gloria Steinem On this unusually warm November 6th morning, with temperatures reaching 79 degrees on the East Coast, I lace up my running shoes and head out to clear my head and make room in my heart... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Sep 10, 2023 | Uncategorized
When it comes to achieving life satisfaction, we often overlook one crucial mindfulness skill: energy. Yes, you read that right. Energy plays a vital role in creating a fulfilling and rewarding life. Don’t believe me? Let’s dig into the science. In a... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Aug 23, 2021 | Mindfulness, stress
I was recently interviewed by Western Mass News in Springfield (ABC40) about the question what students can do to reduce their anxiety as they return to school. Since the interview itself didn’t have time to cover all the points I decided to include them here.... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Jan 1, 2021 | change, Coronavirus, Mindfulness, RESET, Resilience
Wishing you a healthy and fulfilling 2021! How are you doing? Exhausted, confused, sad, uncertain, grateful, and relieved that 2020 is over—these are some of the things I’m hearing from friends and family members. Even if we’re lucky enough to not be directly impacted...