1. Introduction: Satinder K. Dhiman.- 2. The Disengaged Workforce & The Path to Engagement and Wellbeing: Sherman, A. Altruism.- 3. Transforming ourselves to transform the world: Katte, V.- 4. Mindfulness at organizations: An effective way to increase individual and organization wellbeing: Garza-Meza, L., Portales, L.- 5. Understanding 'Pseudo empowerment' and its relevance in workplace well-being: Medatwal, C.
Author(s): Satinder Dhiman
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Year: 2022
Language: English
Pages: 122
City: Cham
Introduction
Contents
Notes on Contributors
List of Tables
1 Attaining Workplace Well-Being and Human Flourishing: The Stoic Way
Introduction
Need for and Importance of Workplace Well-Being and Human Flourishing
Eudaimonia: The Supreme Concern of All the Sages!
Beware of Barrenness of a Busy Life!
The Stoic Art of Living: Strategies for Thriving During Turbulent Times
Stoic Philosophy: Pointers for Living a Fulfilled Life
Stoic Exercises: Survivors’ Toolkit
Living a Life of Flourishing and Fulfillment is in Our Own Hands: Pointers for Leaders
Concluding Remarks: Being Grateful for Our Shared Destiny!
2 Self-Transformation as a Prelude to Transform Organizations Based on the Ancient Traditions
Introduction
Self-Transformation
Obstacles in the Path of Self-Transformation
Indicators for Progress Toward Self-Transformation
Transforming People Before Transforming the Organization
Resistance to Change
Organizational Transformation
Organizational Culture and the Readiness for Change
Importance of Change Management in Organizational Transformation
Attributes of a Person with Self-Realization
Respect the Work You Are Doing
Discussion
References
3 Mindfulness in Mexican Organizations: An Effective Way to Increase Individual and Organizational Well-Being
Introduction
A Brief Review of Mindfulness in Organizations
Birth of Organizational Mindfulness in a Stressed Society with Little Security
Personal Benefits Perceived
Benefits Generated in the Organization
Observing
Describing
Acting with Awareness
Nonjudging
Nonreactivity
Discussion About the Benefits of Mindfulness at Work and Collaborators
Summary
References
4 Pursuit of Meaning in Life and Human Flourishing: A Phenomenological Study
Introduction
Meaning of Meaning in Life
Meaning in Life-Organizational Studies
Responses of Phenomenology Study
Common Themes of Meaning in Life
Ananda or Bliss
Happiness and Peace of Mind
Sense of Direction
Responsibility for Others’ Well-Being
Obstacles in Realizing Meaning in Life
Greed
Worldly Passions
Selfish Behavior
Confinement to Lower Order Needs
Meaning in Life: Lessons for Leaders
References
5 The Reference to Contemplative Indian Traditional Wisdom of Flourishing and Fulfillment Regarding the Organizational Workplace
Introduction
Literature
The Significance of Wisdom in the Concept of Perspective Shifts
Inference of Visionary Approach of the Leader for Employee Engagement and Self-Transformation
Wisdom as a Prerequisite Virtue of the Leader to Develop Group Morale for Well-Being
Sustaining Change and Development in the Organization by Mindful Management
The Strategy of Self-Leadership for Empowerment and Workplace Flourishment
Conclusion
Reference Questions
Lessons
References
Index
