I’m proud to announce that renowned award winning veteran journalist and broadcaster Vicki Barker will introduce me on the forthcoming book launch on 20 November in London at the University Women’s Club . I’ve known Vicki for over 30 years and both on a professional and personal level she is one of the women I most admire. In fact, she appeared in my novel, The Magical Reality of Annabel Jones, where she gave the protagonist Annabel deeper insights into the secret history of women. The new book “EMBODY: The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction” is the culmination
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My first testimonials for the book are coming in!
I couldn’t have asked for a more impactful testimonial from such an accomplished artist, podcaster, former film maker and beautiful person as well as a good friend. She told me she sat down and read it in one sitting! Very big thank you to Lou Hamilton BRAVE NEW GIRL The desire to make the world a better place is something we have in common and it starts with making ourselves better!
Shake off stress: a guided meditation for relaxation and presence
In this video, I introduce a powerful shaking meditation—a simple, movement-based practice from my upcoming book, “Embody. The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction”. Shaking meditation helps release tension, ease anxiety, and calm the mind, especially effective for managing burnout and daily stress. I’ll guide you through each step, showing you how to “shake off” what weighs on your mind and body. Try this practice for 3-10 minutes at the end of the day to feel more grounded, clear, and at peace. Here is the link Stay tuned for the book launch on November 20!
Want to know why I wrote my upcoming book?
“Embody: The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction”, Click here to watch the short video and find out!
Launching my new book in London on November 20!
I am very excited to announce the launch of my new book “Embody: The Power of Presence In an Age of Distraction”. It is the culmination of a nearly twenty year journey sharing a message and the roadmap to living with clarity and meaning in an AI driven tech world. The official launch of the book will take place in the University Women’s Club in London on the 20th of November at 18:30. RSVP on [email protected] if you would like to attend.
Here’s what’s kept me busy and out of sight recently
I’ve been mostly off the radar for the past few months, as I’ve dedicated this time to completely rewriting a book I originally pulled from the market over a decade ago. It’s my best book ever—written to help you relax and feel comfortably centered in this runaway technological age of ours. Here’s a sneak preview of the title: “Embody: The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction” This has been me since May. Cup of tea migrated from the left side of the computer ( hot water and lemon) in the morning to the right side (chicory latte) in
Reboot Your Cognitive Operating System: Mental Reset for Change-Makers
Is the complexity of disrupting industries overloading your mental circuits? This Cognitive Reset technique isn’t just a break – it’s a science-backed method to clear mental cache and optimize your brain’s processing power. 1. Find a quiet space for 15 minutes 2. Focus on your natural breathing rhythm 3. Observe thoughts without engaging 4. If restless, gently shake out limbs 5. Conclude by drinking two glasses of water Innovators practicing this technique report: • Ability to maintain peak mental performance during extended problem-solving sessions • Enhanced pattern recognition across disparate data sets • Improved emotional resilience when facing setbacks or
Access Your Body’s Intuitive Intelligence: Somatic Integration for Visionary Leaders
In the race to transform industries, are you overlooking your most powerful tool – your own body? This Somatic Integration practice isn’t just relaxation, it’s a gateway to accessing the vast intelligence of your entire nervous system. 1. Sit comfortably, eyes closed 2. Perform a slow body scan 3. Focus on hands, feet, breath, and belly 4. Ask periodically: ‘What am I aware of right now?’ 5. Practice for 15-30 minutes Leaders who practice regularly report: • Enhanced intuitive decision-making in high-stakes situations • Improved ability to ‘read the room’ and navigate complex interpersonal dynamics • Greater resilience and emotional
Embodied Innovation: Grounding Practice for Technological Visionaries
In our digital age, do you ever feel disconnected from the tangible world your innovations aim to improve? This Grounding Practice isn’t just a nature walk – it’s a powerful recalibration of your entire sensory system. 1. Find a natural outdoor setting 2. Walk barefoot, focusing on foot sensations 3. Engage all senses – sounds, smells, sights 4. Practice for 10-20 minutes 5. Notice how you feel compared to when you started Innovators report: • Sudden solutions to UX/UI challenges after reconnecting with natural interfaces • Enhanced ability to predict real-world implications of digital innovations • Improved capacity to communicate
Cultivate a Cosmic Perspective: Meditation for World-Changers
Feel overwhelmed by the magnitude of global challenges? This Cosmic Perspective Meditation isn’t just relaxation – it’s a tool for radical perception shift. By systematically expanding your awareness, you’re training your mind to hold complexity and see patterns at a larger scale. 1. Sit comfortably, eyes closed 2. Visualize expanding awareness: room → building → city → country → Earth → solar system → galaxy → universe 3. Hold the cosmic perspective, reflecting on your work 4. Slowly ‘zoom’ back to your immediate surroundings Practitioners report: • Sudden insights into complex systems problems • A renewed sense of purpose and