The Pausecast Rachael O'Meara || The Pausecast

In Ep. 145 of The Pausecast...
- Join Scott in a Compassion Pause, and why compassion helps your ROI at work.
- Scott's LinkedIn story and how it ties in with mindfulness and leadership
- What it means to have a Full Body Yes
- How Scott witnessed his Orange Rhino as a sign and why it's on the cover of his book
- 4 steps to get more change from work, and how to do it from the inside out
- How Scott's latest endeavor, Changingwork.org came about and how it helps entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and enterprises be great collaborators and leaders


LINKS:
- https://www.changingwork.org/

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Why you need to know Scott:
Scott is at the intersection of the workplace and ancient wisdom traditions. He blends his experience as a Silicon Valley executive with his lifelong practice and passion as a wisdom seeker and teacher. In his most recent role at LinkedIn, Scott was the Head of Mindfulness and Compassion programs. He has been a pioneer in creating workplace mindfulness programs and advancing the discussion around compassion in the work context. His latest venture, Changing Work, seeks to curate the best practices of conscious business and make them more widely available. He is the author of the award-winning book "The Full Body Yes". Learn more at https://www.scottshute.com/


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💪 Let's break the cycle of procrastination and lead with action like the corporate leader you are meant to be. 👩‍💼



In Ep. 144 of The Pausecast...

- Rate yourself how you are as a procrastinator for a baseline to know where you are (1-5)

- Understand the pyschology and neuroscience behind what's happening when you procrastinate.

- What to ask yourself to get in front of procrastination and turn it into proficiency and completion.

How to move forward with your new skills and insights to not procrastinate and actually do the work!



Watch Ep. 144 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mxcgt9Dot3o



#NoMoreExcuses #TimeToTakeAction #emotionalintelligence #podcast #pausecast #CorporateLeaderGoals 🔥 Let's do this! 🌟 #EndProcrastination #TakeActionNow #LeadWithPurpose




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In Ep. 143 of The Pausecast...

- learn the 5 signs you qualify as a lonely leader - How many signs do you have?

- How to get out of lone wolf mode and how women leaders tend to fall into LLS

- Next steps you can take for exiting lonely leader syndrome, once and for all



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#podcast #emotionalintelligence #leadershipdevelopment #executivewomen #leadershipcoaching #supportleader #changingwork




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In Ep. 142 of The Pausecast...

It's all about the 3 steps to 10x your downtime - whether it's this weekend, a summer trip, or time to think.

Have you ever found yourself anticipating joy and fun for an upcoming holiday trip, only to find yourself pre-occupied with thoughts or issues before jetting off? The entire trip seems like a blur and you realize you are no more rested or refreshed than before you left.

Despite our best efforts, it is all too easy to feel shortchanged after a holiday, usually because we spend more time planning what to do ("see this", "visit that", "spend time with x") versus little to no planning on the quality of how we want to experience and feel during our time away.

The good news is that with a few minor tweaks you can set yourself up for a blockbuster holiday by strategizing how and what you plan in three simple steps:

1.    Create your vision

2.    Set your intention

3.    Create your plan



We dive into this Episode 142 which will translate to...

- Feeling like time expands

- Feeling more rested, relaxed and refreshed

- Ready to re-engage and come out of whatever your next down time is ready for action and feeling like you actually did take a break, rest, or pause.



Watch Ep. 142 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mOWe3pjTFVQ






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Research tells us that cultivating a sense of calm and presence through breathwork, you can make better decisions, communicate more effectively, and lead with authenticity and compassion.

Here's a few more research-backed benefits to know about the power of conscious breath:


Stress Reduction: Significantly reduce stress levels by activating the body's relaxation response. This can lead to lower levels of cortisol, the stress hormone, and promote feelings of calmness and relaxation.
Improved Mental Clarity: Enhance cognitive function and mental clarity. Research suggests that deep breathing techniques can increase oxygen flow to the brain, improving focus, concentration, and decision-making abilities.
Enhanced Emotional Regulation: Regulate emotions more effectively. Studies have indicated that mindful breathing practices can help decrease negative emotions such as anxiety, depression, and anger while promoting feelings of positivity and emotional balance.
Better Sleep Quality: Promotes relaxation and improve sleep quality by calming the nervous system and reducing bedtime stress.
Increased Resilience: Research suggests that incorporating breathwork into daily routines can improve resilience and overall well-being.
Enhanced Immune Function: There is evidence to suggest that meditative breathwork can positively impact the immune system. Increase the activity of immune cells, improve circulation, and support overall immune function, helping the body better defend against illness and disease. Yes, please! 🙌🏼
Reduced Blood Pressure:


So, my leader friends, do take a moment today to pause, breathe with me, and connect with yourself on a deeper level.



Your body and mind will thank you for it. 🌟 #MeditativeBreathwork #HealingTrauma #CEOsuccess



In Ep. 141 of The Pausecast...

✅ Discover the power of intentional practice using meditative breathwork how it is 10x more powerful than m🙃ediation alone

✅ Learn the breath pattern: Halo active (2 part breath), blow breath shorter inhale/exhale snapping belly out, top. hold x2)

✅ Discover why it's important to align so that you can show up more in your own empowered leaders self



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Reading Reference: Pocket Mantras by Tanaaz Chubb


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In Ep. 140 of The Pausecast...

- Join a Pause led by Jessica

- Jessica's story and her "crisis of purpose"

- How to take a long pause from work and feel even more purposeful

- How Jessica's book, Reimaging Workplace Well-Being works for culture and purpose

- The biggest 50th birthday gift Jessica gave herself in 2021

- The No. 1 Question to ask yourself if you're looking for feel more purposeful and better well-being, and how well-being usually doesn't address it

- How to address what can come off as spiritual at work regardless of what you believe or your background

- How to support purpose-driven practices from the company / leadership side

- How you can honor your spiritual path at work

- The 3 things needed to update your corporate wellbeing scorecard



Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nzw8zso64c4



About Jessca Grossmeier:

Jessica Grossmeier, PhD, MPH is an award-winning researcher, speaker, and author of Reimagining Workplace Well-being. She is a leading voice in workforce well-being and was recently recognized as one of the most influential leaders in health promotion. Jessica currently works with employers and well-being service providers to identify evidence-based practices to support employee well-being and foster a culture of health.



About host Rachael O'Meara

Rachael O’Meara, MBA, MA, ACC is a leadership and executive coach helping successful leaders learn the proven tools and strategies to rise to their next level of leadership - without the overwhelm. Her previous thirteen years at Google helps her have a pulse on what it takes to be a successful leader as partner of SIC Venture Studio and in her private practice. Her first book Pause was a top business book for your career, and Pause the Journal came out in 2022. She's been featured in the New York Times, WSJ.com, HBR, and on the TEDx stage. Learn more at www.rachaelomeara.com 


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