Ep# 149 | Breaking Free from Gender Conditioning with Mindfulness
Gender, Mindfulness, and Leadership: Unleashing Potential in Challenging Environments
Hold on tight because we've got an exhilarating ride for you today! In this episode of The Change Makers Podcast in the Leadership Beyond Gender series: "Breaking Free from Gender Conditioning with Mindfulness," Dr David Paul and I take you on a journey towards unlocking the secrets to becoming a powerhouse leader beyond gender boundaries.
Are you ready to unleash your inner superhero?
Let's start with a bang - the importance of presence! It's not just about your charming looks or smooth talk; it's about radiating energy that captivates people without saying a word. Imagine having that kind of magnetic pull on others – power move!
Your presence can move mountains or bring a sense of calmness – you choose!
The Social Conditionings with Gender-Specific Groups
Next, let's talk about gender-specific groups and the social conditioning that comes with them.
Are these groups serving us well? It's time to question the safety and trust we put in them. Reflect on those biases and preconceived notions you might have about genders, and then – release them into the wild! Embrace the magic of gender neutrality and see how it transforms your life.
Activate Your Brain!
Now, brace yourselves for some brain activation! It's time to be bold and speak up with a fresh perspective. Remove those boundaries, make different choices, and activate your brain. We've got a unique tool called "stab" – it helps us stop and think before diving into the unknown. But trust me; the unknown is where the magic happens!
Our guest Dr David Paul.
Let me introduce you to our guest star – Dr David Paul, the expert in complex organizational chains, leadership, and mindfulness. He's got a Jedi-like mastery over mindfulness and keeps up with the latest neuroscience research. With his guidance, senior executives discover resilience and self-awareness, becoming the leaders the world needs!
Unleash your full potential.
Are you feeling pumped up already?
Good, because we're about to unleash your full potential and show you how to embrace change like a boss!
Challenges, challenges – regardless of gender, you'll be breaking barriers and conquering them all. Embrace mindfulness as a way of life, and watch how it transforms everything – from your morning coffee to your business strategy.
Gender Beyond Boundaries:
"If for once, if we just are able to say, I put aside my conditioning, so that I can embrace my gender and other genders, then there is so much hope for our planet."— Dr David Paul
It’s 2023; do we still need to follow gender roles created in the 1950s?
Let's tackle gender roles and societal control – it's time to break free from those chains! Who says you can't be whatever you want to be? The only limits we have are the ones we put on ourselves. So, let's tear down those stereotypes and embrace the beautiful diversity that makes us who we are!
Management and leadership in the new era.
Ready to dive deeper into management and leadership? It's time to think beyond gender!
Imagine a world where male and female leaders are at the top – that's a recipe for success! It opens up a whole new universe of possibilities for leadership practices that benefit everyone.
Our brains are capable of more than binary thinking – let's blow the lid off the old ways!
And guess what? Leading beyond gender means gender becomes less relevant.
The Power of Letting Go of Gender Biases:
"If you let go of something that you've been holding on to For whatever reason, when you let it go, something new amazing different comes into your life."— Dr David Paul
Mindfulness is the secret sauce that helps us filter out biases and judgments, allowing us to understand one another honestly. The power of mindfulness lies in its ability to unite us and foster a better planet.
What stops us from wholeheartedly embracing our humanity and celebrating worldwide's beautiful diversity?
Here are three action steps!
Action Step 1: Embrace Your Authentic Self
Take a moment to reflect on your own identity and leadership style. Embrace the full spectrum of your abilities, regardless of gender expectations. Let go of societal norms that box you in and step into your authentic self.
Remember, the world needs your unique blend of strengths and qualities.
Action Step 2: Champion Diversity and Collaboration
Challenge biases and stereotypes in your personal and professional circles: champion diversity and collaboration in your team, organization, or community. Embrace the power of different perspectives and encourage open dialogue where everyone's voice is valued. Together, we can make better decisions and create a more inclusive environment.
Action Step 3: Lead Beyond Gender
Commit to leading beyond gender. Instead of conforming to traditional roles, seek to create a leadership style that is authentic to you and fosters unity.
If you are a man and you love to care for people and serve - then serve! Bring the coffee to the meeting room. Bring the biscuit or pastry with it!
If you want to have a deeper relationship with your spouse or children than your father managed to have when you were a child - do something about it!
This is your life, your legacy!
If you want a different outcome - change your behaviours - your reactions- seek assistance!
If you are a woman and you are ambitious - be ambitious! Say what you need to say. Allow yourself to stand up for yourself. It doesn't matter if you were told as a little girl that you should be quiet and not speak up. Ask yourself: When will I grow up and stop following a habit, a tradition that isn't serving my higher self?
Be open to co-leadership and collaboration, breaking free from the limitations of a singular perspective. Embrace the richness of diverse minds working together towards a common goal.
Imagine a world where decisions are made together, and inclusivity and collaboration are not just buzzwords but the essence of our leadership. Letting go of biases, embracing empathy, and acknowledging that the best decisions are made when diverse minds unite.
Summarize:
Embrace mindfulness like it's the coolest new trend – because it is!
Question those gender norms and embrace the freedom of choice.
Speak up confidently and activate your brain – the world needs your unique perspective.
Timestamps:
00:00:03 Discussion with David on leadership and mindfulness.
00:04:28 Gender no longer matters; embrace all perspectives.
00:10:43 Gender-specific groups provide a false sense of safety.
00:13:52 Gender divides exist to control and exclude.
00:18:14 Breaking rules empowers and defines success.
00:23:06 Let go of conditioning; embrace change.
00:24:55 Let go of gender biases and gain perspective.
00:32:22 Acronym: STAB - Stop, Think, Act, Behave Differently—brain's potential for growth and change.
00:37:10 Speak up, do something different, and be courageous.
00:41:58 Choosing a different mindset after a tragedy.
00:49:31 Mindfulness gives you power; gender is irrelevant.
00:54:03 Mastery is balance. Slavery is mind control.
00:57:02 "Presence brings power and higher energy."
01:00:28 Grateful for being here, appreciative of questions.
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Let's lead beyond genders and create a world that's open, inclusive, and full of infinite possibilities!
Powerfully yours,
Rúna Magnúsdóttir, Host of The Change Makers Podcast
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