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Mindful Academy

Mindful Academy

Written by: Jennifer Drake Askey
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If you work in academia--as a professor, administrator, instructor, etc.--your personal development IS your professional development. Join me to explore how you can maximize your potential and support your wellbeing!

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  • 4.19 Becoming College Ready: Navigating Higher Education with Mya Andersen
    Dec 19 2025

    In the final 2025 episode of Mindful Academy, host Jennifer Askey is joined by consultant and academic life coach Mya Andersen of Student Empowered. The discussion delves into the challenges and transformations faced by first-year college students, emphasizing skills like self-authorship and self-advocacy. Maya shares insights from her work helping students and their families prepare for and thrive in the college environment. They also explore the broader issues of undergraduate education, the pressure of professionalization, and the value of a college degree in today's evolving landscape.


    00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

    01:06 Mya Anderson's Background and Approach

    02:56 Impact of COVID on Higher Education

    05:51 Challenges in Student Services

    11:26 The Value of an Undergraduate Degree

    16:07 Navigating College and Personal Growth

    25:56 Supporting Students Through Challenges

    35:37 Mentoring Adolescents for Success

    37:53 High Stakes in Higher Education

    38:40 Treating College Like a Big Ticket Item

    43:41 The Professionalization of Undergraduate Degrees

    49:01 The Importance of Coaching and Career Services

    52:43 Challenges Faced by Faculty and Students

    58:26 Gen Z and the Changing Educational Landscape

    01:06:42 Concluding Thoughts and Resources


    Resources:

    10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People. A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation – and Making Your Own Life Easier, by David Yeager

    https://thestudentempowered.com/

    https://www.instagram.com/the_student_empowered/



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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • 4.18 Embracing Curiosity and Creative Leadership in Business Education with Lisa Leander
    Dec 12 2025

    In this episode of The Mindful Academy, host Jennifer Askey interviews Lisa Leander, the founder and CEO of WiBE. Initially launched as the Women in Business Education Network, WiBE has pivoted to a more inclusive mission focusing on where imagination builds excellence. Leander shares her journey of founding WiBE during the pandemic, growing its membership, and the recent pivot to include both men and women in creative leadership roles. The discussion delves into the importance of leading with curiosity, fostering a supportive and innovative community, and maintaining a sense of joy even in challenging times. They also touch upon the significance of personal branding, creative problem-solving, and the necessity of psychological safety in fostering innovation. Throughout the interview, both Leander and Askey emphasize the value of community, strategic networking, and finding ways to sustain one’s creative spirit in both professional and personal spheres.

    00:00 Introduction and Welcome
    00:07 Meet Lisa Leander: Founder of WiBE
    01:11 The Birth and Evolution of WiBE
    02:57 Creative Leadership and Changes in Education
    05:15 Leading with Curiosity
    09:14 Embracing Creativity and Innovation
    17:01 Navigating Challenges in Higher Education
    19:52 The Importance of Community and Support
    22:48 Inclusivity and Future Directions for WiBE
    28:31 Understanding University Budget Models
    28:57 The Importance of Inner Circles
    29:52 Navigating Leadership Challenges
    30:55 Embracing Innovation and Creativity
    32:16 Surviving Toxic Work Environments
    34:22 Building a Supportive Community
    37:11 The Value of Personal Branding
    42:08 Leveraging Visibility for Opportunities
    49:29 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts

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    53 mins
  • 4.17 Exploring Mindfulness in Academia with Dr. Steve Haberlin
    Nov 28 2025

    In this episode of The Mindful Academy, host Jennifer Askey speaks with Dr. Steve Haberlin from the University of Central Florida. Dr. Haberlin discusses his extensive background in meditation and mindfulness, beginning with his martial arts training in the 1980s, and how these practices have influenced his academic journey. The conversation delves into the integration of mindfulness into educational settings, specifically how Dr. Haberlin incorporates meditation into his classroom to help students manage stress and enhance learning. They also explore the connection between mindfulness and the body, and touch on Dr. Haberlin upcoming book, 'Meta-Meditation,' which addresses the intersection of meditation with modern technologies such as neurofeedback, virtual reality, and AI. This episode offers valuable insights for educators and leaders interested in incorporating mindfulness practices into their personal and professional lives.


    00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

    00:48 Steve's Journey into Meditation

    03:54 The Benefits of Meditation

    12:59 Teaching Meditation in the Classroom

    18:15 Embodiment and Mind-Body Connection

    26:43 Upcoming Book and Future Insights

    27:34 Exploring Digital Mindfulness Tools

    27:47 Neural Feedback and Meditation

    28:46 Virtual Reality Meditation

    29:19 Navigating Meditation Technology

    30:00 Pedal Assist Bikes and Meditation

    31:19 E-Bikes and Meditation Practice

    33:31 The Evolution of Meditation Practices

    34:09 Challenges in Sustaining Meditation Practices

    37:42 Personalizing Meditation Practices

    41:56 Meditation for Academics and Professionals

    43:46 The Timelessness of Meditation

    50:34 Conclusion and Resources


    Resources:

    Deepak Chopra’s meditation training

    Emily Fletcher and Ziva Meditation

    Muse neural feedback headband

    Steve Haberlin’s books and articles


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    1 hr and 45 mins
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