Mindfulness

Being aware is a key leadership skill.  Self awareness gives us insight into how we filter information, understand our feelings, and think.  External awareness, framed by internal awareness, is critical to managing and leading.   One path to both internal and external awareness is what some call mindfulness. 

How does one describe mindfulness?  I've been trying to articulate it for weeks, with little luck.  Then a friend sent me this link, with a free e-book, that explains it better that I ever could.

John Penberthy, Boulder Colorado resident, penned a parable about bees and being, called, "To Bee or Not to Bee".  You can download the very easy, and challenging, book here.