We often think mindfulness is just about relaxation or clearing the mind. But for high performers, it is a critical tool for managing the inevitable pain of life and work.In today’s 5-minute briefing on clinical psychologist Martyn Newman’s practical guide, “The Mindfulness Book,” we explore the ancient parable of The Second Arrow. Discover why the initial challenges we face (the first arrow) aren’t what destroy our focus—it’s our emotional reaction to them (the second arrow) that causes the real damage.
Dr. Martyn Newman is a clinical psychologist and global authority on emotional intelligence (EQ) and leadership. As the Managing Director of RocheMartin, he co-created the Emotional Capital Report™ (ECR), a leading scientific tool for measuring leadership EQ. He is the author of the bestselling book …

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