Free Webinar: Hostage Negotiator George Kohlrieser on Using Mindfulness to Manage Difficult Talks

NORTHAMPTON, Mass. - April 26, 2013 - PRLog -- NORTHAMPTON, MA - Mirabai Bush, a key adviser to Google’s Search Inside Yourself curriculum, will explore the role of mindfulness in negotiations with George Kohlrieser, an organizational and clinical psychologist and veteran hostage negotiator, during the webinar Working with Mindfulness: Research and Practice of Mindfulness in Organizations on Monday, May 13, at 2:30pm EST.

The discussion with Professor Kohlrieser will focus on his experience with applying mindfulness methods to promote calmness and compassion during negotiations and difficult conversations.

“We know that when the brain is calm you listen better,” said Professor Kohlrieser. “Mindfulness can create a foundation for emotional bonding that allows you to be fully present and authentic during dialogues or a discussion. A mindful approach to entering difficult conversations keeps both parties out of the heat of emotions and able to explore the needs, wants and interests on both sides. Judgement is suspended and, with a strong bond, the mind is able to focus on and look for the mutual benefit of the common goal.”

The webinar, presented by publisher More Than Sound (morethansound.net) will include a Twitter-generated Q&A (using the #workingwithmindfulness feed via @WorkingMindful) and a short, guided mindfulness exercise led by Mirabai Bush. Access to the streaming recording of the webinar will be available on www.morethansound.net approximately one week after the live webcast.

Sign up for the free webinar on More Than Sound’s website: www.morethansound.net/WWMWebinar.php

About More Than Sound

More Than Sound collaborates with today’s leading thinkers to produce original audio and video content, podcasts, online trainings and books that spark and support personal growth. Our informational and inspirational work is centered on emotional intelligence, leadership, and mindfulness. (www.morethansound.net)

Contact Mike Sjostedt at 413-587-0818 or mike@morethansound.net for more information. Visit www.morethansound.net to learn more about More Than Sound.

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