Research
Scientific research using brain imaging (fMRI) has shown that a part of the brain, the insula, is very active during periods of meditation. This area is essential to our sense of connectedness to life and to others. By activating this part of the brain we become more empathetic towards others as well as towards ourselves. It is this state of mind that is fundamental for experiencing health and happiness
Scientific research using brain imaging (fMRI) has shown that a part of the brain, the insula, is very active during periods of meditation. This area is essential to our sense of connectedness to life and to others. By activating this part of the brain we become more empathetic towards others as well as towards ourselves. It is this state of mind that is fundamental for experiencing health and happiness
- A study of 130 executives found that executives who master their own emotions have more people around who wants to deal with them (Valter V. Clarke Associates, 1997)
- A study of 515 senior executives analysed by the search firm Egan Zehnder International found that those who were stronger in emotional intelligence were more successful than those stronger in experience or IQ.
- Examining workplace mindfulness and its relations to job performance and turnover intention by Erik Dane and Bradley Jo Brummel, Human Relations published online 3-6-2013.
The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/careers/careers-blog/mindfulness-at-work-benefits?CMP=share_btn_link