Network Majlis explores making the most of the present moment

DBWC alongside Kompass Consultancy hosts inspiring session to discover the magic of being consciously aware of every minute of the day

Dubai, UAE, 21 May 2015 - The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC), the renowned official representative organization for business women, both professionals and entrepreneurs, in the Emirate of Dubai, hosted its May Network Majlis alongside Leila Rezaiguia from Kompass Consultancy, to discuss Mindfulness: discovering the magic of the present moment.

“We live in a very challenging, fast paced life, and sometimes it can be very difficult to take a step back, fully comprehend the vast situation you’re in and holistically manage your daily tasks in a way that support all the elements in your life,” said HE Dr. Raja Easa Saleh Al Gurg, President of DBWC. “Today Leila has managed to tackle one of the most important topics that affect our lives as we try to run before we can walk and as competitive humans, we will always try win the race but so often forget to be aware of the present moment and how different elements in your current situation may affect the things around you. By being aware of the now, you can make better decisions that will benefit you over the long run.”

During the session, Leila asked the DBWC members a few questions to understand their need for learning about mindfulness: Are you struggling to find peace in this frantic world? Are you trying hard to stay on top of things be it technology, information overload, distractions and anxiety? Are you struggling to keep up with the constant demands of the modern world? Do you feel that you are not finding the time to take care of your body and mind?

Quoting Jon Kabat-Zinn, Professor of Medicine Emeritus and creator of the Stress Reduction Clinic and the Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, Leila said: “Mindfulness practice means that we commit fully in each moment to be present; inviting ourselves to interface with this moment in full awareness, with the intention to embody as best we can an orientation of calmness, mindfulness, and equanimity right here and right now.”

The session helped members achieve the peace and happiness that mindful awareness of body and mind connections can bring to oneself and to others. It integrated the body and mind to feel truly alive, healthy and happy in each moment while they learnt concrete and powerful practices on how to relieve stress and promote a genuine ‘Joie de Vivre’ in your daily life as a woman, mother or entrepreneur. Lastly, members learnt simple, accessible mindfulness techniques to bring more balance and effectiveness into their everyday life.

Leila is a dynamic Strategic Human Development Professional, a qualified Executive, Career and Relationship Systems Coach (ORSC) based in Dubai (UAE). With over eighteen years of international experience gained in various industries, she has coached, trained and mentored hundreds of professionals across the board from both public and private sectors. As a woman, Entrepreneur and Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Kompass, she has learnt that to be successful in life and work you need to be Mentally Tough, Mindful and be Fully Present to promote your genuine Joie de Vivre in life!

The DBWC hosts monthly events which provide its members with practical and analytical skills which benefit them on a daily basis in their personal and work life. The next event will be taking place on June 11^th with RUA Digital entitled “Elements required to structure your Digital Strategy”.