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Reflections: SIYLI at Wisdom 2.0
SIYLI's Senior Program Manager, Cherry Mangat shares insights and reflective questions from the Birds of a Feather dinner discussion she led during the 2024 Wisdom 2.0 conference. Her topic: “Devotion: Symbols that Support Service”.
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The Power of Mindfulness: Navigating the Cog in the Machine Mentality
The relentless pursuit of "mindfulness perfection" can create its own form of stress. As individuals strive to achieve the ideal state of mindfulness—free from distraction, anxiety, or negative thoughts—they may inadvertently add another layer of pressure to an already demanding existence.
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Professional Wellness: Cultivating Well-being in Diverse Work Environments
Contributing Writer, Carlyn LaGrone, shares how investing in a culture of professional wellness yields significant benefits for both employees and organizations.
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Building Resilience Raises Consciousness in the Workplace
Contributing writer, Anuka Garza, shares her personal experience in how a conscious workplace has supported her during times of turbulence and uncertainty.
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The Power of Awareness: A Crucial Element in Public Service
A core value at SIYLI is awareness. This article explores how self-awareness, social awareness, and global awareness contribute to a balanced understanding of the world. Learn how and why cultivating awareness at all levels is supportive in building a compassionate and just world.
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Meaningful Progress: Impact of SIY at the Feeding America Network
The connection between SIYLI and the Feeding America Network and its food banks has inspired leadership to serve with more compassion, presence, and mindfulness. Feeding America is one of SIYLI's community partner organizations. They send employees to SIYLI's programs for little to no costs. Megan Whitney, Manager of Network Fundraising Services at Feeding America, shares the impact the SIY program is having on her leadership style and the work culture.
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Nurturing the Heart: Self-Care for Social Sector Warriors
It can be overwhelming and relentless. But the truth is and always will be: building resilience starts with oneself, and self-care is the cornerstone. Cultivating a genuine, trusting relationship with yourself is imperative.
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10 Simple Ways to Integrate Mindfulness into Your Daily Routine
Here are 10 Ways to Integrate Mindfulness into Your Daily Routine
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Wellness for Frontline Workers
Gain insights on how mindfulness techniques support wellness for frontline workers.
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SIYLI’s Visit to the UK Mindfulness Initiative Event – and So Much More
Lindsey (Executive Director) shares her experience after having been invited to the UK Mindfulness Initiative’s event this September in celebration of the release of their latest report, Mindfulness in Westminster: Reflections from UK Politicians.
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