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Pause the Pressure: Mindfulness to Avoid Conflict & Improve Team Communication Apr 03, 2019

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Conflict in the workplace amongst team members rarely has to do with the day to day operations, but rather a breakdown in one of three areas- empathy, compassion, and communication. A conversation mismatch occurs when one person speaks processes through the lens of a data-driven mindset, and the other from an emotional mindset. In this episode, Evo’s Chief Wellness Officer, Dr. Romie, talks about how the Power of Pause can bring teams together through mindful communication. Take a moment to pause and reflect what your communication style – are you a pressure cooker, silent volcano, or all out-blurt out type of communicator? When we use the Power of Pause to see how others communicate during times of high emotions or stress, the mindfulness-based techniques will help prevent conflict in team meetings and conversations.

How To Start A Home Mindfulness & Meditation Practice Mar 27, 2019

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What are the secrets of starting and sticking to a personal meditation practice? Is there a right way to meditate? And, does it count if we are using a smartphone app to meditate? Evo's Chief Wellness Officer, Dr. Romie, breaks down all of your answers on how to start a personal meditation and mindfulness practice. You will not be asked to "empty your brain of all thoughts." Instead, let's discuss the "RPM" method to schedule meditation, correct breathing and posture techniques, and why meditating for 5 to 20 minutes daily will change your brain and shift your outlook on your day.

We will all start with a five-step meditation program:

1) controlled breathing, 2) waterfall moment, 3) the thought bubble, 4) repeating a mantra or phrase while sitting in silence, 5) and then set an intention or goal for the day.

You got this Evolutionaries, let's work together to take our "Power of Pause" program into our personal lives. Our "Power of Pause" champions known as our "Evo Mindful Guides" will be there to guide you as well.

Bonus Episode: Home 10 Minute Guided Meditation: Power of Pause Mar 12, 2019

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In order to improve sleep, reduce stress, and feel energized, we promote digital detox before bedtime at Evolution Hospitality. Thirty to sixty minutes before bedtime shut down your digital devices, get yourself organized for bedtime, and use this 10-minute meditation to help clear your mind and welcome sleep. This recorded guided meditation by Dr. Romie is based in mindfulness techniques and can be used anytime during the day when you need to find your center and connect to calm. The Power of Pause is Evolution Hospitality's corporate mindful movement, and the program based in neuroscience, organizational psychology, and mindfulness.

Bonus Episode: Personal Pause 3 Minute Guided Meditation: Power of Pause Mar 12, 2019

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Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed or having difficulty focusing during your workday? Use this guided meditation recorded by Dr. Romie before you send an email, enter a meeting, or make a telephone call. Take three minutes to pause with this controlled breathing exercise to help quiet the busy brain, connect to calm, and feel focused. The Power of Pause is Evolution Hospitality's corporate mindful movement, and the program based in neuroscience, organizational psychology, and mindfulness.

Bonus Episode: Team Pause 3 Minute Guided Meditation: Power of Pause Mar 12, 2019

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Use this guided meditation recorded by Dr. Romie before a team meeting, stand-up or huddle. Take three minutes to pause with this controlled breathing exercise to help quiet the busy brain, connect to calm, and feel focused. The Power of Pause is Evolution Hospitality's corporate mindful movement, and the program based in neuroscience, organizational psychology, and mindfulness.

Emotions Are Contagious in the Workplace: How to Use Mindfulness to Lead with a Calm Consciousness Mar 12, 2019

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Emotions and behaviors are contagious like the flu virus- especially the workplace. The behavioral contagion effect is a well-documented effect in brain science that refers to the propensity for certain behavior exhibited by one person to be copied by others. This is also true of the workplace, the perceived leader's actions and emotions are felt by the entire team. Are you really the perceived leader in the room? Brain science shows that just because you have the title or seniority, it does not mean you are the perceived leader. In this episode of the Evolution Hospitality's Wellness Evolved podcast, you will learn how the behavioral contagion effect plays out in the workplace. Learn how our custom mindfulness program called, "The Power of Pause", is a solution to center yourself back into a calm mindset, control your emotions, and positively impact the collective emotions and behaviors of all of your team members.

What is & Who is your Chief Wellness Officer? Dr. Romie Pauses to Share Her Story, Vision & Mission as Evo’s CWO Mar 12, 2019

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What is a Chief Wellness Officer, and why did Evolution Hospitality decide to create this role? In this episode, the interview hot seat is turned on Dr. Romie Mushtaq, Evolution Hospitality’s CWO- as she candidly shares her personal story and vision as Evo’s very first Chief Wellness Officer. You’ll learn why wellness was a priority for Evo's culture promoting the whole person. Dr. Romie's mission in promoting brain & mental wellbeing in the workplace is in alignment with Evo's dedication to workplace wellness, guiding principles, and culture.

Corporate Mindfulness Program in Hospitality: What is The Power of Pause? Mar 12, 2019

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Corporate mindfulness and meditation programs are gaining popularity in the United States, but do they really work? In this episode, Evolution Hospitality’s Chief Wellness Officer, Dr. Romie, reviews corporate mindfulness programs in the US that were successfully implemented with results. We also discuss Evo’s custom mindful program called “The Power of Pause, that is based in neuroscience and organizational psychology, a first in industry program in hospitality. The Power of Pause encourages Evo team members at corporate headquarters and our hotel properties to take a 3-5 minutes to pause as a team to connect to quiet our busy brains and connect to calm consciousness.

Evo’s Foundation for Workplace Well-being: Understanding and Implementing The Wellness Triangle Mar 12, 2019

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Before implementing a successful company-wide wellness and mindfulness program, establishing a foundation or road map to employee well-being is crucial. At Evolution Hospitality (Evo), the company was founded with the idea that we believe in developing the whole person, and Evo's roadmap is the Wellness Triangle. In this episode, Chief Wellness Officer and host, Dr. Romie, explains the elements of Evo's Wellness Triangle. You'll also hear advice on where to start on mapping out your wellness journey as well as the workplace wellness and mindfulness programs being launched at Evo in 2019.

Why Workplace Wellness & Mindfulness is Important for Leaders & Culture: Interview with Evo's President John Murphy Mar 12, 2019

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Evolution Hospitality (Evo) was founded in 2011 as a hospitality management company that hires for both highly skilled employees as well as a culture based on our values and guiding principles. Dr. Romie has a candid and down-to-Earth conversation with Evo's President and CEO John Murphy who discusses why so much attention was paid to building wellness and mindfulness into our culture. In this episode, you'll learn first hand what it means to be an Evolutionary, practicing servant leadership, and how the Power of Pause program brings together the best of brain science, mindfulness, and Evo's guiding principles.

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