Holidays are usually an opportunity to recover energy. But perhaps they can be more than that: they are also a time to understand what our body and mind are telling us about the way we are working and what we want to do differently when we return. There is a phrase we often hear as […]
Three Times the Same Interview
There are interviews that are forgotten the next day. And there are interviews that, for some reason, stay with us. Not necessarily because they reveal something extraordinarily new, but because they refuse to be exhausted. We finish listening to them, keep thinking about them and, when we return a few days later, discover things we […]
Leadership starts within: Health, Self-Awareness and Wellbeing
If you had asked me a few years ago what health meant, I would probably have given a slightly different answer from the one I would give today. I am a pharmacist, and a large part of my professional journey has been linked to the pharmaceutical industry. For that reason, and despite the fact that […]
Regenerating Rather Than Scaling: The Future of Conscious Leadership
By Vanda de Sousa, April 30th, 2025 In my conversations with leaders, what I hear is no longer excitement about growth — it’s exhaustion disguised as efficiency. It’s the silence after a “I’m fine,” or the shrug that comes with “it’s just a phase.” And it makes me wonder, time and again, if the greatest […]
Corporate happiness: a possible path?
Happiness and employee well-being have become central themes in discussions about the future of work. Organizations have begun to realize that fostering a positive work environment is not just a moral obligation but also a smart business strategy. Companies across various sectors are increasingly embracing well-being initiatives, investing in activities, promoting mental health awareness, and […]
The Skeleton of the Self: A Framework for Conscious Living in the Age of AI
In the fast-paced, information-saturated world we live in, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and adrift. The constant bombardment of stimuli, the relentless pursuit of goals, and the complexities of modern life can leave us feeling fragmented and unfulfilled. But what if there was a framework that could help us navigate these challenges, a map […]
Cascading Effects: How Small Changes Create Big Impacts
Picture a single drop of water falling into a calm pond. That one drop creates ripples that expand outward, touching everything in their path. Now, imagine that your smallest actions — those tiny decisions you make each day — work in the same way. They create ripples that not only affect your life but also […]
The Dance to Consciousness: A Journey of Transformation in the Age of AI
In the grand symphony of existence, we are all dancers, gracefully navigating the rhythms and complexities of life. Each step we take, each choice we make, contributes to the choreography of our personal and collective narratives. But what if this dance could lead us beyond the surface, into the depths of our being, fostering a […]
Returning to Work After Vacation: How to Maintain Well-Being
Returning to work after a vacation can be a significant challenge for many professionals. This transition often involves leaving behind the freedom and relaxation of vacation and returning to the routine and responsibilities of the work environment. In today’s society, which is constantly changing and where the pressure for productivity and performance is constant, this […]
Is there agility without mindfulness?
We live in an increasingly digital era, where technology is transforming the way we work, communicate and collaborate. Companies face ever-increasing challenges, such as complexity, uncertainty, stress and competitiveness. To adapt and thrive in this scenario, companies need to be flexible, creative, innovative and efficient. In this context, Agile methodologies have emerged as one of […]
