In this debut episode of The Unfolding Thought Podcast, Eric Pratum presents a recorded version of a session he typically presents in person. We dive into how mindfulness can transform the way leaders make decisions in today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world. Drawing on research from psychology and leadership studies, this episode explores how mindfulness helps us stay present, manage distractions, and make thoughtful, effective decisions.

We’ll discuss the difference between mindlessness and mindfulness, the impact of emotional flooding on decision-making, and practical exercises to improve focus and clarity. Learn how leaders can use mindfulness to strengthen their mental “muscles” for high-stakes meetings, strategic thinking, and daily leadership challenges.

Mentioned in the Episode:

• The role of mindfulness in reducing emotional flooding, inspired by the research of the Gottman Institute.
• Key insights from psychologist Daniel Kahneman on attention and focus.
• Practical mindfulness exercises to enhance decision-making.
• Jonathan Haidt’s “elephant and rider” metaphor from The Happiness Hypothesis and its relevance to conscious decision-making.

Links:

• Gottman Institute on Emotional Flooding: https://www.gottman.com/
• Jonathan Haidt’s The Happiness Hypothesis: https://www.happinesshypothesis.com/
• This episode in article form: https://inboundandagile.com/better-decision-making-for-leaders-through-mindfulness/

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