There are many dimensions of leadership, each of which contributes meaningfully to one’s effectiveness. The most challenging circumstances demand that leaders be resourceful and use all of their resources, including their bodies. This is the expertise of my guest, Kimberly Arnold. Kimberly is an expert in somatic leadership. As she describes it, it is important to understand how each of us can help our bodies act as an ally to support us, which may include shifting our own energy to be more effective, or even changing the dynamics in a room full of colleagues.   Kimberly shares some of her regular practices that help her shift from a contracted state to a more expanded state which allows for more strategic thinking and productive behaviors. She also presents some of the ways she supports groups to reduce tension and facilitate constructive conversation and issue resolution. Finally, she discusses using nature as a resource for grounding and balancing and as a source of spiritual connection.    I hope you enjoy this very practical, constructive, and inspiring conversation.