In coaching sessions, leadership trainings, and meditations at Calm & Connect, I’ve seen this truth land again and again: Sometimes, life and leadership are about surfing–knowing when to move, when to pivot, when to ride the momentum.

Other times, it’s about dropping beneath the surface–refusing to be pulled by urgency and anchoring into something quieter, wiser, more enduring.

The magic is–they’re not opposites. The ability to surf well often comes from knowing the stillness. And the ability to be still comes from having surfed enough to trust: I can ride this, too.

Questions to Reflect On: When was the last time you let yourself truly be still? What did it reveal? What part of you wants to rush right now—and what might happen if you didn’t? Can you recognize when you’re paddling too hard—and give yourself permission to float?

In a world that prizes speed, complexity, and constant forward motion, this is leadership: The courage to pause. The ability to discern. The wisdom to act–not from urgency, but from truth. I created Calm & Connect for this kind of remembering. And I weave it into every keynote, every retreat, every training room I step into. Because no matter how ambitious the goal– none of us can lead clearly from a stormed-out nervous system. So if you’re navigating waves of your own, here’s your reminder: The storm isn’t all there is. Stillness is always available. And the more we return to it, the more clearly we lead.

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How do you train your brain to think inventively? What a fantastic question. Thanks to Aden from Sydney for sharing it. Here is the question in full, as I’m sure all of us can relate to his thoughts:

“G’day Richard, thanks for this opportunity. Mate, I’m a positive, creative guy – in business and in life – but after a year of committing to a specific agenda, I find I’m stuck in a slump struggling to channel new, great, inventive ideas. My question is: how do you reignite your brain to think inventively? What techniques or strategies do you use to fire up these areas of the mind?”

I’ve had many moments like this throughout my life. Sometimes the ideas roll in thick and fast, and other times it feels like your mind is churning through concrete! I think the big issue here is the narrow agenda you’ve been focusing on. It’s difficult to be inventive when you’re looking down. It reminds me of a time when a Virgin CEO came to me with a cohesive strategy for the brand – something I’ve never been too focused on.

It was a brilliant strategy, so I told him to go for it, but I did warn him to not get too bogged down in it. It’s easy to get tunnel vision when you focus on a very specific agenda. Then it becomes difficult to spot unique opportunities that might not fit into your strategy/agenda, but do fit into the big picture. I always say that business opportunities are like buses, there’s always another one coming. Still, it sure feels good to run and jump on the first bus. If you want to spark some creativity and make exciting decisions, zoom out from the strategy, and keep your eyes peeled on the big picture (and the big buses!)

Here are a few other things that help me stay creative and inventive:

1. Constantly ask questions and remain curious about everything. Wherever I go and whoever I’m with, I ask dozens and dozens of questions a day. I’m an innately curious person, and I’ve learnt to really harness this throughout my career. I try to observe everything I see and think deeply about the things I hear. It’s a great way to develop better products and services (because you’re more tuned in than your competitors), and it’s a wonderful way to generate ideas. No ChatGPT required!

2. Listen, deeply. I say this a lot, but it is one of the most simple yet effective ways to spark creativity and come up with new ideas. The key here is to listen deeply to everyone. It’s not about only tuning in to motivational speakers, CEOs and shareholders. It’s also listening deeply to neighbours, baristas, employees, customers, and so on. If you want to open up your eyes, you’ve got to speak to people with different perspectives. Whenever I’m on a Virgin Atlantic or Virgin Australia flight, I chat to our passengers and ask them plenty of questions. It’s a great way to hear genuine feedback and refine your product. When I was on a Virgin Voyages ship recently, I sat down at the chess table and played back-to-back games with a bunch of sailors. I’m certain I learnt more from them than they learnt from me.

3. To be inventive, don’t try too hard to be inventive. My best ideas often come when I’m on holidays, or when I’m hiking, cycling, hitting a tennis ball, reading a book, sitting around the dinner table (or dancing on it), and playing with my grandkids. You’ve got to look up and out if you want to be visionary.

4. Surround yourself with interesting people and give them the confidence to share their most abstract ideas. Then repeat steps 1 and 2.

5. Write everything down. This is another piece of advice I share often, but I can’t stress it enough. I carry a notepad with me everywhere I go, and whenever I hear or see something interesting or unusual, I write it down. When you look back through your notes, you’ll often piece together the bones of a good idea. You’ll notice patterns that spark a line of thought that would have never occurred if you hadn’t recorded all these tiny moments and pieced them together.

6. Have fun. If you’ve stopped having fun, stop what you’re doing, and figure out how you can do it in a more fun way. Just by doing this, you’re being inventive. And you can’t be creative if you’re not having fun. People don’t focus on this enough!

Aden, I really hope this helps. It’s been a good reminder for myself too.

Until next month,

Richard

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Every October, the Army observes Energy Action Month to raise awareness of the critical role that energy resilience plays in our everyday lives. Whether you’re a Soldier in the Army Reserve, parent, student or community member—we can all work together to affect change in our communities. The small changes we implement at work and at home can add up to significant energy savings.

This year, the Army Reserve’s theme is “Readiness Through Resilience,” highlighting the integral link between mission capabilities and energy availability. From the electricity that powers facilities, to the fuel that powers vehicles, energy touches nearly every aspect of the force. This is why the Army Reserve is investing in resilience technologies, such as microgrids and energy storage, and hybrid tactical vehicles. Access to uninterrupted energy is a core enabler of national defense.

Threats to energy are on the rise as we continue to experience more frequent and damaging climate hazards and extreme weather events. But we can all make small changes to reduce energy and water consumption to help protect America’s energy future.

Personal resilience is just as important as Army resilience. Some simple ways all Americans can conserve energy include:

Choose ENERGY STAR® certified models when you purchase electronics and appliances, choose.
Take advantage of all technology has to offer: LED light bulbs, smart meters, energy efficient appliances and electronics, etc.
Change your heating and air conditioning system’s filters regularly.
This fall, weatherize your home to eliminate air leaks and add insulation to make your home more energy efficient and comfortable.

Join Colonel Martin Naranjo, Director, Army Reserve Installation Management, Directorate, Office of the Chief Army Reserve to learn more about the energy conservation efforts of the Army Reserve. He’ll also discuss how we can all implement changes to conserve energy and save money and resources.

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Listen to “What Does Peace Mean to Keith Fiveson ?” on Spreaker.

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Listen to “The Mindfulness Experience Book Lifts Up Veterans Health Administration (VHA)” on Spreaker.

PORT WASHINGTON, NY, July 15, 2021 – The Work Mindfulness Institute, an industry leader in providing mindfulness-based coaching to individuals and groups, is publishing a new book title: The Mindfulness Experience Book, 8 Strategies to Live Life Now, Find Balance in an
Unbalanced World.
The book endorses The Veterans Health Administration (VHA), the most extensive integrated health care system in the United States. Keith W Fiveson, the book’s author, said, “Over 40 years ago, the US Army, VHA, provided me with the fundamentals used in this book. I am thankful to share my insights with readers who might have considered mindfulness. This book offers clear strategies to incorporate mindfulness into your daily life.” Fiveson believes the book will offer readers accessible and easy ways to practice mindfulness to deal with pervasive societal traumas. Over 70 percent of adults experience at least one traumatic event in their life that can fundamentally alter their lives.1
The book provides simple tools and techniques that are accessible to everyone, regardless of belief systems, where they live or work; for beginners and experienced alike. Allen Salkin, a Reporter for the New York Times, Vanity Fair and Hollywood Reporter said this about the book. “Written with clarity and a passion earned through his own journey, Fiveson’s book offers an integrated approach that can help anyone on a journey of self-discovery.”
About The Work Mindfulness Institute
Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Port Washington, NY, The Work Mindfulness Institute is committed to providing the public with the best mindfulness resources available to rise above the stresses and traumas that impact lives.
About Keith W Fiveson, M.Div, CPC, CARC.
A sixty-five-year-old Army Veteran, Keith was a telecom executive, early internet pioneer, turned yogi, executive life coach. He overcame cancer twice, heart conditions, challenging
relationships, and a childhood family life that was dysfunctional and abusive.

Additional Information:
Press Kit: kfiveson@workmindfulness.com
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Now I need to take a piece of wood and make it sound like the railroad track, but I also had to make it beautiful and lovable so that a person playing it would think of it in terms of his mistress, a bartender, his wife, a good psychiatrist – whatever. Les Paul we will miss you.

Lester William Polsfuss, known as Les Paul (June 9, 1915 August 13, 2009) was an American musician and innovator and inventor. He was a pioneer in the development of the solid-body electric guitar which “made the sound of rock and roll possible”. He is credited with many recording innovations, including overdubbing (also known as sound on sound), delay effects such as tape delay, phasing effects, and multitrack recording.

His innovative talents extended into his playing style, including licks, trills, chording sequences, fretting techniques and timing, which set him apart from his contemporaries and inspired many of the guitarists of the present day. He recorded with his wife Mary Ford in the 1950s and they sold millions of records.

Among his many honors, Paul is one of a handful of artists with a permanent, stand-alone exhibit in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame{enclose les_paul.mp4}

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a discussion of Announce & other genres of Voiceover…

We are pleased to offer this one-on-one opportunity with Marian Massaro, who is one of the most sought after voiceover actors today. Her brand spreads across the country, voicing national commercials, live announce, and an impressive list of Fortune 500 companies.

Join the live announcer of the NY Emmy Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, The Primetime Creative Arts Emmys, and other shows, and NY NATAS member for a discussion about live announce and all things voiceover!

You’ll learn about the exciting world of live announce. She’ll also delve into the other genres voiceover, techniques needed for each, and tips on how you can get started!

Buki Elegbede will be our guest moderator for this special event.

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Speaker: Ms. Marian Massaro ~ Voiceover Actor

Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Time: 6:00PM-8:30PM

Event Schedule:

6:00pm-6:30pm ~ Networking & Snacks

6:30pm-8:00pm ~ Seminar

8:00-8:30pm ~ Q & A Session

Location: NY NATAS

450 7th Avenue – Suite 808 (8th Floor)

New York, NY 10123

RSVP: membership@nyemmys.org

All are welcomed!

Speaker Marian Massaro
Marian Massaro has worked in all types of Voiceover. She currently has been lending her voice to many major award shows. She has been the live announcer of The Screen Actors Guild Awards for the past four years, the co-live announcer of The Primetime Creative Arts Emmy Awards for the past two years, the live announcer of the NY Emmy Awards for the past 9 years, and many more. She’s voiced commercials for companies such as McDonalds and Toyota, as well as many political spots. She’s worked with affiliate TV & radio stations across the country and can be heard as the imaging voice for Jonathan Schwartz’ “The Jonathan Channel” on WNYC in New York.

In addition to being a member of NY NATAS, SAG-AFTRA, and Actors Equity, she is also a member of The Television Academy in Los Angeles, and currently serves on their Executive Committee for the Performers Peer Group.

For more info on Marian, please visit: https://marianmassaro.com/

Speaker Buki Elegbede/Guest Moderator
Buki Elegbede is an award-winning host, producer and content creator. Over the past 6 years, he has created his own production company, Once Upon A Dream, and has produced content for the likes of BRIC, ABC, CREATE TV, and Nat Geo. He has hosted docu-series, talk shows, panel shows and LIVE events.

For more info on Buki, please visit: https://www.thegetlife.tv/

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Mulan, from China, create a Peace Sign Drum Circle and perform in tribute to the International Day of Peace in the broadcast for www.peacedayparty.org September 21.

Mulan is bringing Peace, Harmony, Love and Joy to the World

Good News needs your help for the www.peacedayparty.org events for September 21, 2015. Please go to the website and participate, with your help we can get the whole world to celebrate International Peace Day. Zhen Joy Lin Dame of St. John of Jerusalem and president of World Water Rescue Foundation and Vice President of Good News Broad Cast was invited to watch Red Poppy Ladies’ production of Mulan which was invited to perform at three Olympic Games( Beijing, London and Athens) and Washington DC Kennedy Art Center, Sydney Opera House and Broad show last year and about 50 different countries.

The New York Times praised the show calling it: “Exciting, Sharp & Graceful.” The New York Times gave the show a score of 9.99 out of 10. The brilliance of Mulan is not only told in the story of how she saved her father and country but also through the themes of Peace, Harmony, Love and Joy to the World.  This is shown through her filial piety (Chinese: 孝xian) , as it is called in Confucian philosophy and through the brave, courageous, and bold Red Drum which shakes the Sky, Earth, Water, Fire and even the universe to bridge ancient and modern times, and between East and West, forming a family. Dame Zhen Joy Lin is the representation of the modern Mulan, of which is a symbol of peace, love and joy. This correlates with the United Nations International Day of Peace.

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Re-imagining Childbirth & Empowering Mothers in the 21st Century
Internationally-known Imagery Expert and Psychologist Dr. Catherine Shainberg will share how positive imagery can transform the journey of childbirth, from pre-conception to motherhood. The publication of her new book DreamBirth marks a sea change for mothers-to-be and birthing professionals in their approach to each stage of pregnancy, delivery and bonding. DreamBirth lives up to its subtitle, “transforming the journey of childbirth.” It accomplishes this with imagery.

Dr. Shainberg has 161 precise, yet elegant imaginal exercises for every possible situation that could arise in the process of birthing a newborn. From conception through the first, second and third trimester, labor, delivery, post-partum and bonding — are all included. Each DreamBirth exercise contains imagery that speaks directly to the body and results in actual physical or emotional change. While other techniques, like Lamaze, try to manipulate the mother away from her experience – DreamBirth brings the woman deep into her dreaming, which is her experiencing. When fully immersed in dreaming the mothers enter a state that athletes call “the zone.” In the zone the body does its job effortlessly, painlessly.

The exercises allow the expectant mother to take control of her unique birthing experience. “Focusing our intention lets us consciously begin the process of dreaming forth a new life,” Dr. Shainberg states.
The book was created as an essential resource for mothers, fathers, doulas, midwives, and all birth care professionals.

Dr. Catherine Shainberg is an internationally known expert in the uses of Imagery for transformation on all levels. She has designed and developed, in over 40 years of experience, modern applications for ancient science which have proved effective in thousands of cases. Whether the field is physical, mental or spiritual, her methods work quickly, simply and efficiently. Her method, Reversing, has proven results in areas ranging from childbirth to business management—including the successful use of Imagery for combat-related injury, PTSD, cancer and mental illness.

She has written two books on the application of her techniques: Kabbalah and the Power of Dreaming, and DreamBirth. DreamBirth will be available in 2014 from Sounds True, as a book and an audio series. Her upcoming publications will include books on Dream Opening and the uses of Reversing for trauma and risk management. Her published audios include: DreamBirth: Conception, DreamBirth: Pregnancy, DreamBirth Labor: Before, During and After, Imagery for Surgery, and Kabbalah and the Power of Dreaming Guided Exercises. Her first book is available in Japanese, German, Russian, Spanish, Czech and Romanian, with translations into other languages in production. Her audio series is also being translated into Russian, German, Spanish and Japanese.

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Master Zhi Gang Sha https://www.drsha.com/

“We, the human race, need more Zhi Gang Sha” – Maya Angelou
“Master Sha makes available secret techniques and insights that were available in the past only to a select few. He gives you access to information that would otherwise be unattainable.” – Dr. John Gray, author of Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus
Countless people are suffering from stress that they cannot overcome, and Master Zhi Gang Sha has made it his life’s purpose to help us all discover powerful methods for relieving this stress to heal our minds, bodies, and souls.
Master Sha is a world renowned grandmaster of ancient disciplines from tai chi to I Ching, and his new book SOUL HEALING MIRACLES (Benbella Books, January 2014) shares incredible techniques that can help solve our physical and mental problems. Sha has the wisdom, experience, and knowledge we need to take charge of ourselves, and by using the techniques in his new book we can enjoy lifelong healing and wellness.
During interviews, Master Sha will discuss:
• Easy techniques for relieving stress and promoting joy
• His personal story and why he has chosen to serve humanity
• The incredible stories of people helped by Master Zhi Gang Sha
• Ancient wisdom only known to grandmasters that can heal our minds, bodies, and transform our lives
• Practical ways to boost energy, raise immunity, heal mind/body blockages, transform your finances, and more
• Actual chantings he can read on-air to help your listeners relieve stress and be happier (hosts are blown away by these chantings – you don’t want to miss this!)
SOUL HEALING MIRACLES is the next book in his Soul Healing Miracle series that has helped thousands of people relieve illnesses that have plagued them for years. It offers knowledge to understand the connection between you, your mind, and the universe, and shows what you can do to improve this connection, which will improve your life. The book also shares different blessings and calligraphies to meditate on for whatever ails you, from the heart and kidneys to stress and even cancer.
Speak with Master Zhi Gang Sha for an eye opening look at how we can all create our own soul healing miracles.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha is a soul leader, a world-renowned master healer, and a divine servant. He is the creator of Soul Mind Body Medicine. He was trained as a conventional medical doctor in China and a doctor of Traditional Chinese medicine in Canada and China. The founder of the Institute of Soul Healing and Enlightenment and the Love Peace Harmony Movement, Master Sha is a grandmaster of many ancient disciplines, including qigong, tai chi, king fu, feng shui, and the I Ching. Master Sha is also an expert in the most advanced cellular healing science now occurring in China. In the West, he is involved in breakthrough research on the effects of spirit on the human system. Master Sha was named Qigong Master of the Year at the Fifth World Congress on Qigong. In 2006, he was honored with the prestigious Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission Award for his humanitarian efforts. His television program, The Power of Soul, debuted on public television in July 2010.

Good News will ask Dr. Sha:

1. Master Sha — our viewers have many challenges in their day to day lives from daily stress that causes health problems, mental worry, physical exhaustion, relationship issues, financial challenges. As a Grand Master of many ancient disciplines such as tai chi and qigong, how can viewers heal their bodies, minds, and souls in order to live a more healthy life?
2.. Your latest book, Soul Healing Miracles explores the power of soul healing calligraphy. How did you learn this ancient art form and how does it work?
3.. Can you offer a simple technique that anyone can easily incorporate into their life that will improve their health, reduce their stress levels, and in general make them happier and healthier?
4 . You have said that chanting alone or as a group can both relieve stress and bring you happiness. We’ve heard great things about this. Would you share an example of chanting with our audience?
5. Where could our audience purchase the book and find additional information on you and the valuable techniques that you offer?

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