4.16 Empowering Leadership And Wellness: An Interview With Dr. LaNysha Adams Mindful Academy podcast

4.16 Empowering Leadership and Wellness: An Interview with Dr. LaNysha Adams

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In this episode of the Mindful Academy interview series, host Jennifer Askie engages in an illuminating conversation with Dr. LaNysha Adams, author and survivor of sudden cardiac arrest, who joins from Albuquerque. They discuss LaNysha's book, her survival story, and the significant leadership lessons derived from her ordeal. The conversation expands into a broader discussion on the principles of mindful and values-based leadership in higher education, particularly focusing on the year 2025. Jennifer and LaNysha delve into the importance of personal agency, psychological safety in the workplace, and the role of self-reflection in effective leadership. Dr. Adams also shares insights into her current role at Santa Fe Community College, leading the Student Wellness Center, and the innovative practices she employs to maintain wellness among her staff and students. The episode underscores the vital connection between personal wellness and professional effectiveness, offering practical tools and strategies to implement in everyday leadership.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:52 Guest Introduction: Dr. LaNysha Adams

02:12 Navigating Higher Education Challenges

04:45 Personal Identity and Professional Growth

07:59 Surviving Sudden Cardiac Arrest

09:14 Life After Cardiac Arrest

22:06 Writing 'Me Power' During the Pandemic

27:05 Exploring Self-Relationship Post-Cardiac Arrest

27:39 The Concept of 'Me Power' and Self-Awareness

29:42 Practical Empowerment Strategies

30:48 The Importance of Reflection and Self-Care

32:28 Embodiment and Academic Challenges

34:47 The Role of Journaling and Reflection

36:19 Understanding the Body's Intelligence

38:00 Creating Space for Wellness

41:22 Leadership and Wellness Practices

45:17 Top Tools for Personal and Professional Wellness

53:59 Community College Wellness Initiatives

56:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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