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... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Dec 9, 2020 | Business, Curiosity, Leadership, Mindfulness, RESET, Transformation
When we encounter a challenge, our impulse is to jump to taking actions to ease our discomfort, where as the most creative solutions come from stepping back and asking questions. Check out the science supporting the cultivation of this essential skill and follow the... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Nov 25, 2020 | change, compassion, Leadership, Mindfulness, Politics, RESET, Transformation
Chapter 1: Introduction We may think that compassion is being nice, which isn’t going to solve any problems. Yet, compassion is what gives us strength to be with the discomfort of not reacting and creates a space for mutual understanding, trust, and ultimately... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Jun 26, 2020 | change, compassion, Energy, Gratitude, Insight, Mindfulness, Politics, RESET, Transformation, Uncategorized
If you’re feeling a bit lost in your mindfulness practice recently, this is only normal. It’s tough to be mindful and meditate in a world turned upside down by the Coronavirus pandemic, the rapidly evolving Black Lives Matter movement, and the economic crisis. How do... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | Jun 1, 2020 | change, Coronavirus, Gratitude, Insight, Mindfulness, RESET, Transformation
It’s the end of the workday and you’re only one item away from completing your to-do list. All at once, your kids are asking for dinner, you’re looking down at that list, and your phone is ringing – it’s your boss. Are you focused on that single item that you... 
by Max Alaghband | May 29, 2020 | compassion, Coronavirus, Emotional Intelligence, Insight, Leadership, Lifestyle, Mindfulness, Resilience
A horse is galloping quickly on a village road. The man riding it seems to be in a hurry to get to somewhere important. A curious villager standing alongside the road, shouts, “Where are you going?” The rider replies, “I don’t know! Ask the horse!” – Adapted from The... 
by Shalini Bahl, Ph.D. | May 21, 2020 | Coronavirus, Gratitude, Happiness, Mindfulness
Happiness can be hard to come by, which seems strange because it’s one of the few things we all want, regardless of our culture, age, background, etc. We spend much of our lives seeking and hoping for it, yet we only seem to experience it in short spurts. So how do... 
