As a Buddhist teacher, I often meet individuals—especially women entrepreneurs and talented professionals—who feel like they don’t belong. They’ve heard themselves called “unicorns,” a symbol of their rare and exceptional abilities, yet this label can bring both pride and isolation. The so-called “Unicorn Syndrome” is not simply about being different; it’s about feeling like anContinue reading “Unicorn Syndrome and the Buddhist Cure for Talented Outsiders Seeking Connection”
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Mindful Leadership:Buddhist Wisdom for Empowered Female Leaders
As women in leadership, you carry a profound responsibility—not just for the goals and outcomes of your organization but also for the well-being of those you lead. In a world where productivity and results often overshadow the human element, it’s easy to lose touch with compassion, wisdom, and balance. Buddhist teachings offer profound insights thatContinue reading “Mindful Leadership:Buddhist Wisdom for Empowered Female Leaders”
The Power of Meditation for Leadership: A Path to Inner Wisdom and Organizational Success
Dear Organizational Leader, I write to you not only as someone who has walked the path of Buddhist practice but as a fellow human being who understands the complexity of life, work, and leadership. My journey has been an unconventional one: I spent 12 years as an ordained Buddhist nun in the Himalayas, diving deeplyContinue reading “The Power of Meditation for Leadership: A Path to Inner Wisdom and Organizational Success”
The Paramita of Virya: A Guide for Leaders
We often speak of vision, strategy, and execution. Yet, how often do we reflect on the quality of effort that underlies these actions? In Buddhist teachings, the paramita of virya—translated as diligent effort, energy, or perseverance—is a key virtue that offers profound insights for those in positions of leadership. As leaders, you are entrusted withContinue reading “The Paramita of Virya: A Guide for Leaders”
The Heart Revolution: A New Paradigm for Conscious Leadership
*Yes, this picture is AI generated. In the journey of leadership, many seek answers through external means—technology, strategies, and complex systems. Yet, the true transformation we yearn for does not reside in these outward pursuits. The real change begins within, in the consciousness of the heart. As leaders, the essence of your power lies notContinue reading “The Heart Revolution: A New Paradigm for Conscious Leadership”
Lama Chimey 