What if enoughness isn’t something you earn, but something you remember when you slow down?

This week we sit with regular contributor Mark Henderson, co‑creator of Natural Intelligence and seasoned coach, to explore how presence, nature, and awe can transform confidence, creativity, and workplace culture. Mark’s story begins in the Scottish hills, where long solo walks built self-sufficiency and an eye for meaning that shaped a non-linear career across entrepreneurship and leadership coaching.
We unpack the engagement crisis and why so many people feel disconnected at work. Mark explains the three essential connections—self, others, and nature—and offers practical rituals that shift stress into steadiness: morning meditation, unhurried time outdoors, and small group activities like planting or pruning that rebuild trust and belonging. As brain waves settle, the physiology of calm makes room for curiosity, genuine listening, and the quiet insights that often move a team forward. Presence isn’t a soft skill; it changes meetings, decisions, and outcomes.
From there we follow the spark of awe. You don’t need epic vistas—attention and appreciation can turn a tiny flower or a sudden silence into a heart-opening reset. When stress drops, creativity rises, and cultures that favour participation over control tap intelligence from every corner of the organisation. Mark names this alignment natural intelligence: recognising we are part of a living system, letting go just enough to enter flow, and noticing synchronicities that guide our next step. A closing parable about the rarity of life reframes responsibility and gratitude in one breath.
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You can find our more about Mark and what he does at https://www.naturalintelligence.se/ and connect with him on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmhenderson/

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