Mindfulness as a Prerequisite for Power - A Conversation with Dr. Nava Levit-Binnun

About this episode

This episode discusses the importance of mindfulness as a moral imperative for leaders, featuring insights from neuroscientist Dr. Nava Levit-Binnun.

What if mindfulness wasn’t just a wellness tool, but a moral imperative—especially for those in power? In this episode, neuroscientist and mindfulness teacher Dr. Nava Levit-Binnun joins Raw to explore how contemplative practice can deepen our resilience, expand our capacity to hold complexity, and transform the way we meet this moment of crisis. Drawing from her background as the director of the Sagol Center for Brain and Mind at Reichman University, Nava shares how mindfulness has helped her navigate war, trauma, and uncertainty—not as an escape, but as a way to stay grounded in clarity and compassion. We explore: Why mindfulness should be a prerequisite for leadership How the practice expands our window of tolerance Where to begin—especially in times of personal and collective upheaval How mindfulness reshapes the way we experience and respond to reality This episode is part of a new rhythm: Raw will now alternate weekly between interviews and guided meditations. You can find the latest meditations—especially created for this time of great difficulty—on the podcast page. If this conversation resonates, please rate, review, or share with someone who may need it. 🎧 Listen &amp…

People in this episode

Host: Anouk Lorie

Guest: Dr. Nava Levit-Binnun

Topics covered

• mindfulness
• leadership
• resilience
• mental health
• crisis management

Keywords

• mindfulness
• leadership
• resilience
• mental health
• crisis
• neuroscience
• compassion

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Sagol Center for Brain and Mind, Reichman University

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