Introduction
The Tradition of the Mindful Leader 1

PART ONE
Inspiring the Best in Ourselves and Others
1. Opening Up to Workplace Realities 13
2. Overcoming Self-Deception: Four Parables 31
3. The Art of Sitting Still: Mindfulness Meditation 52

PART TWO
The Ten Talents of a Mindful Leader
4. Simplicity 61
5. Poise 68
6. Respect 74
7. Courage 82
8. Confidence 91
9. Enthusiasm 97
10. Patience 106
11. Awareness 115
12. Skillfulness 126
13. Humility 137

PART THREE
Bringing Our Full Being to Work
14. Synchronizing 147
15. Engaging the Whole 152
16. Inspiring Health and Well-being in Organizations158
17. Establishing Authenticity 175

PART FOUR
Practices and Exercises
18. Meditation 195
19. Contemplation 200
20. Contemplative Activity 217
21. Training the Mind 226

Notes 229
Resources 233
About the Author 239