Srikumar Rao's Blog, page 26
June 12, 2020
The Importance of Feeding The Light in Turbulent Times
In this conversation with Vishen Lakhiani, founder of Mindvalley, Srikumar Rao shares thoughts on proactive ways to bring Light to turbulent times.
Learn specifically what it means to “feed the dog” or “feed the Light”. Also learn how to prioritize energy and time by intentionally choosing the path you embark on through actions and words.
Most of all, learn how you can contribute to co-creating a more loving, peaceful world.
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June 9, 2020
Understanding & Dismantling Racism: A Book List
We have experienced a lot as a collective in recent months, and especially in the past two weeks.
Systemic racism and oppression is at the forefront of our collective mind.
At The Rao Institute, we are eager to contribute to the healing of hearts in our community, as well as in our world.
One of the ways we believe we can be of service is by sharing resources for individual growth.
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May 26, 2020
The Search for Self: What People Are Saying About Creativity & Personal Mastery (CPM)
The Creativity and Personal Mastery leadership development program focuses on self-discovery rather than traditional business skills.
May 29, 2012
By Amy Wu
Like many people, Prudential LLC Manager Nicolo Carpaneda has a few blind spots. Prior to 2011, his No. 1 blind spot, he reveals, was he often talked a lot—perhaps too much—during meetings.
“At work, I am a social person, so I used to go to meetings and frequently fill empty space with chatter,” says Carpaneda, who is based in London and a member of Prudential’s Momentum Leadership Program, a select in-house talent training and development program.
May 25, 2020
How To Stay Positive In Trying Times
Learn how to stay positive, even during trying times.
In this video, Srikumar Rao, author of Happiness At Work, shares a simple practice you can add to your life toolkit to stay peaceful and positive naturally, even during challenging times.
For more tips on how to develop resilience, cultivate mindfulness and live your happiest life, be sure to join our email community below.
Wishing you a peaceful day and vibrant health always.
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May 19, 2020
How To Find Your Purpose (A Conversation on BBC’s Business Daily)
“Life isn’t something that happens. We create the life we experience. If you’re unhappy with any part of it, we can deconstruct what your life is about and build it up again.” – Srikumar Rao
In conversation with BBC’s Lesley Curwen, Professor Rao shares insights on how to find ‘your unique purpose for existence.’ The conversation begins at the 08:45 timestamp. Tune in and feel free to share any thoughts you may have from this conversation.
May 18, 2020
A Conversation About Happiness, Purpose & Life: HappySmarts HappyHour with Srikumar Rao (Part II)
What is the Ideal Job exercise?
What can you do if you know what you want to do but it’s not valued by society?
And – if you are aware that you outgrow your interests, how can you stay motivated to pursue your dream?
In this conversation with Raj Raghunathan of Happy Smarts, and and Melanie Weinberger, Professor Rao’s responds to these – and other BIG – questions.
May 5, 2020
You Are Invited: Empowering Coaches In Uncertain Times (Virtual Event)
Hello Friends, Dr. Rao will be presenting at the prestigious virtual coaching event – International Coaching Week (ICW) Singapore 2020. You are invited!
Dr. Rao’s presentation will be on Wednesday morning, Singapore time, and this is the topic of his presentation: “Eliminate Stress and Cultivate Extreme Resilience.”
What you will learn:
Workplace stress is at an all-time high. It is possible to reduce it greatly and even eliminate it.
May 4, 2020
A Conversation About Happiness, Purpose & Life: HappySmarts HappyHour with Srikumar Rao
What is a good way to stop worrying about what others think of us?
What’s the best way to network?
And – why does God turn a blind eye when bad things happen to good people?
In this conversation with Raj and Mel-well of Happy Smarts, Professor Rao’s responds to these – and other BIG – questions.
Join us for our next conversation, Part II, this Saturday, May 9th at 11 AM Eastern.
May 3, 2020
How To Find Inner Peace During The Pandemic – Srikumar Rao The Mindvalley Podcast with Vishen Lakhiani
‘This is a time to practise radical acceptance.’
In this Mindvalley Podcast, Srikumar speaks with Vishen Lakhiani on how to be your happiest self and how to really tackle this anxiety-producing COVID-19 pandemic.
Listen out for:
Srikumar’s logical and emotional approach if you’re feeling fearful right now.
The story of the Russian pilgrim and how it can help you find wellbeing despite world-wide suffering.
April 23, 2020
Shelter In Love – Interview and Meditation with Professor Srikumar Rao, Formerly at Columbia Business School
I’m so grateful to have been invited to join Jay Chodagam, meditation teacher, TEDx speaker, and producer of Peace in the Park festival and SPIRIT Summit conference, for a conversation in support of the Shelter in Love series.
Shelter in Love is a 15-day virtual gathering to offer spiritual perspective and community support during these unprecedented times of social isolation and unpredictability due to COVID-19 lockdown. Jay created this interview series to spark a conversation across the globe on things that matter most to heal the heart of humanity.
