Dr Nia Thomas

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Top Takeaways and Reflective Questions… self-awareness, leadership and mindfulness with Reiner Kraft, ep 43

In episode 43 of The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast, I was joined by Reiner Kraft. As a stressed tech leader in Silicon Valley, with more than 120 U.S. patents, (making him one of the most prolific inventors in Silicon Valley), he experienced mental exhaustion and sought solace in mindfulness-based stress reduction classes. Through mindfulness, he discovered the connection between awareness and the ‘software’ of the mind. Reiner realised the importance of taking care of his body and the clear connection between the mind, body, and awareness.

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Knowing Self Knowing Others - Reflections Newsletter

Reflections Newsletter – November ’23

Welcome to the November edition of Reflections, and the first edition to be produced on Substack! I hope you like the new format. Subscribe to receive it directly to your inbox at the end of every month, if you haven’t already! Join me in reflecting on self-aware leadership with thinkers from around the globe as I review The Knowing Self Knowing Others Podcast in the previous month and share some top tips on how to grown your self-awareness

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