MAGICommons

Dr. Jiani Wu
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  1. A Framework for Transformative Leadership | Maria Laws

    6D AGO

    A Framework for Transformative Leadership | Maria Laws

    Strengths-based leadership transforms how high-performing teams innovate. In this conversation, award-winning educator and VP of Learning Development Maria Lawsley shares the "close looking" framework—a practice borrowed from art-making that shifts leadership from gap-finding to strength-spotting. Discover how to build psychological safety, overcome imposter syndrome, and sustain leadership through startup intensity. Maria reveals why traditional leadership creates stress for high performers and struggling team members alike—and what to do instead. Perfect for tech leaders, startup founders, L&D professionals, and anyone leading diverse teams through rapid change. 🔗 Read the full article: http://magicommons.org/neuroarts/strengths-first-leadership-maria-laws  Explore MicroActivations: https://app.magicademy.club/  #StrengthsBasedLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #HighPerformingTeams #InnovationLeadership #TransformationalLeadership #PsychologicalSafety #ImposterSyndrome #StartupLeadership #TeamBuilding #LeadershipPractices

    35 min
  2. How Love Transforms Leaders | Marcel Schwantes

    JAN 25

    How Love Transforms Leaders | Marcel Schwantes

    Decades of research reveal that great leadership isn't about strategy or charisma—it's about love.  Marcel Schwantes unpacks loving leadership through the lens of agape love, the Greek concept of love as deliberate action.  This conversation explores why love and leadership create sustainable success, how self-compassion for leaders enables human-centered leadership, and the five tenets that transform how we lead with love.  Discover why leadership as love in action matters more than executive presence or confidence. Full Article: http://magicommons.org/wonder-leadership/how-love-transforms-leaders-marcel-schwantes  Explore MicroActivations: https://app.magicademy.club/  #AgapeLove, #LoveAsAction, #SelfCompassionLeadership, #CompassionateLeadership, #EmotionalIntelligence, #PsychologicalSafetyAtWork, #HumanLeadership, #ServantLeadership, #AuthenticLeadership, #WorkplaceWellbeing, #LeadershipHumility, #TrustBasedLeadership, #AdvocacyInLeadership

    44 min
  3. Why We Need Less Talk, More Music | Gary Muszynski

    JAN 18

    Why We Need Less Talk, More Music | Gary Muszynski

    For millennia, indigenous cultures have used music to create unity and shared consciousness. Now neuroscience confirms why: when we synchronize through rhythm, our nervous systems entrain together—the biological foundation of empathy and connection. Gary has invested 30 years exploring this ancient wisdom for leadership development and change management. Through rhythm-based facilitation and neural entrainment, he's witnessed the magic: competing groups finding harmony, disconnected teams discovering flow, stressed systems learning to self-organize. The real power? Music changes hearts before minds can resist. Full Article: http://magicommons.org/neuroarts/collective-resonance-why-we-need-less-talk-more-music-gary-muszynski   MicroActivation: https://app.magicademy.club/  #TeamAlignment #RhythmBasedFacilitation #NeuralEntrainment #MusicAndLeadership #ChangeManagement #LeadershipDevelopment #OrganizationalTransformation #RhythmicTransformation 00:00 Inviting Joy: The Alien Encounter 00:55 Gary greets the alien 01:58 The Genesis of a Musical Journey 03:12 Rhythm as a Tool for Connection 05:14 Story of Synergy for Samba 08:00 Music as Medicine 09:27 Transformative Experiences Through Music 09:57 Key questions to ask before the music journey 11:52 How music harmonizes conflict 13:36 Synchronize a team through music 15:17 Passing the rock game: a pulse check for teams 20:16 The Systemic Awareness 23:28 Childhood Story of Culture Change through Music 29:02 Rhythm and Music in Daily Life 30:42 Train the Trainer Program Announcement

    34 min
  4. A Blueprint for Regenerative Leadership | Silke von Brockhausen

    JAN 11

    A Blueprint for Regenerative Leadership | Silke von Brockhausen

    In a high-stakes UN meeting, numbers scrolled by: 125 missing children in Afghanistan. Just another statistic…until one person's tears stopped everything. That moment of authentic compassion sparked immediate action and revealed a truth:  At the bottom of degenerative behavior is fear.  If we start just being brave... living through your heart... then we automatically are regenerative. In this @MAGICommons conversation, @Silke von Brockhausen (from UN strategist to regeneration pioneer) shares why our urgency culture is limiting our collective creativity—and what to do about it. Full article: http://www.magicademy.club/wonder-leadership/a-blueprint-for-regenerative-leadership-silke-von-brockhausen Explore Micro Activations: https://app.magicademy.club/  #RegenerativeLeadership #RegenerativeMindset #CompassionateLeadership #ConsciousLeadership #RegenerativeLiving #HeartCenteredLeadership #SystemsThinking #PresenceAndMindfulness #NervousSystemRegulation 00:00 Introduction to Regeneration and Silke's Journey 02:34 Defining Regeneration: A Holistic Perspective 06:53 Creating the Soil for Regeneration: Individual Actions 11:09 The Power of Intention and Presence 12:23 Leading with Compassion: A Personal Story 15:30 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies 19:36 Harmonizing Energies in Collective Spaces 22:48 The Role of Art in Regeneration 25:38 Integrating Heart and Mind for Regenerative Living 28:36 Practicing Gratitude and Compassion 31:38 The Call for Regeneration 35:12 Global Citizenship and Regeneration 38:27 Practicing Regeneration in Daily Life 42:22 Imagining a Regenerative Day 48:11 Urban Regeneration and Green Cities 49:11 Childlike Wonder and Compassion 57:02 Closing Thoughts on Regeneration

    58 min
  5. Imagine Otherwise: Science of Creative Wellbeing | Dr. Tasha Golden

    12/28/2025

    Imagine Otherwise: Science of Creative Wellbeing | Dr. Tasha Golden

    What if creative wellbeing isn't about constant happiness, but about learning to imagine otherwise?  In this @MAGICommon’s conversation, @Dr. Tasha Golden challenges us to see the world like Lego bricks—deconstructible and ready to be rebuilt.  The gap between what is and what could be might feel challenging, but it's also where transformation begins.  Discover how to cultivate a creative mindset that turns tension into possibility, why rest is resistance, and how wonder becomes a daily practice.  Full Article: http://www.magicademy.club/neuroarts/imagine-otherwise-science-of-creative-wellbeing-dr-tasha-golden Explore Weekly Activations: https://app.magicademy.club #CreativeWellbeing #ImagineOtherwise #CreativeMindset #ArtAsHealing #CultivatingWonder #CreativityAndMentalHealth #WellbeingPractices #RestAsResistance #Spirituality #TransformativeImagination #CreativeThinkingSkills #PersonalAgency #SocialChange #Imagination 00:00 Introduction to Creativity and Wellbeing 02:14 How Tasha would greet an alien 03:18 The Power of Music and Personal Stories 07:04 Understanding Power in Creativity 11:10 The Trust Factor in Music and Connection 18:06 Imagining Otherwise: The Role of Creativity 21:05 Navigating the Gap Between Reality and Imagination 28:12 Wellbeing as a Constant State of Being 33:13 Reframing Community and Truth-Telling 33:44 Imagining Alternative Spaces for System Builders 35:03 The Role of Creativity in System Building 37:13 Creativity vs. Greed in Power Dynamics 38:32 The Creative Mindset and Societal Structures 41:05 Spirituality and Its Role in Well-Being 44:25 Compassion in the Face of Change 48:02 The Importance of Rest and Reflection 49:47 Childlike Wonder and Adult Creativity

    58 min
  6. Leadership & Teamwork Lessons from Toddlers | Dr. Hasan Merali

    12/21/2025

    Leadership & Teamwork Lessons from Toddlers | Dr. Hasan Merali

    Discover how toddlers’ fearless curiosity and playful confidence reveal unexpected leadership lessons, a research-backed approach showing how childlike wonder sparks creativity, innovation, and teamwork. In this @MAGICademy conversation with @HasanMerali, we explore how embracing unstructured play, asking fearless questions, and taking bold risks help leaders unlock growth mindsets, foster psychological safety, and cultivate high-performing teams.  When toddler-inspired strategies become part of your leadership approach, your impact extends from personal transformation to more creative, connected, and innovative workplaces. Are you ready to awaken your inner toddler leader and lead with curiosity, confidence, and joy? #Leadership #Teamwork, #Creativity, #Innovation, #Play, #ChildlikeWonder, #ProblemSolving, #Teamwork Explore full article: http://www.magicademy.club/wonder-leadership/leadership-teamwork-lessons-from-toddlers-dr-hasan-merali Embody through Calibrations: https://app.magicademy.club 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Hassan Murali and His Work 00:56 The Connection Between Toddlers and Leadership 01:01 Dr. Hasan Greets the Alien 04:41 The Importance of Play in Adult Life 07:48 Creativity and Innovation Through a Toddler's Lens 11:15 Measuring Creativity: Insights from Toddlers 12:18 Teamwork Lessons from Toddlers 13:12 The Power of Teamwork in Toddlers 15:36 Communication and Engagement in Teams 16:02 The Science of Effective Team Dynamics 18:31 Reactivating Childlike Wonder in Leadership 21:01 The Importance of Self-Talk 22:53 Lessons from Toddlers for Adult Leadership 24:01 Celebrating the Magic of Childhood 25:45 Finding Joy in Everyday Moments

    29 min
  7. Transforming Negative Self-Talk Into Leadership Magic | Dr. Suzy Burke

    11/30/2025

    Transforming Negative Self-Talk Into Leadership Magic | Dr. Suzy Burke

    Discover how the 3C Method transforms negative self-talk into leadership magic—a neuroscience-backed approach that invites leaders to turn the inner critic into a pathway for confidence and growth.  In this @MAGICademy conversation with @Suzy Burke, by catching, confronting, and changing self-doubt, leaders unlock resilient mindsets and foster cultures where curiosity and clarity thrive.  When mindful self-talk becomes the catalyst for authentic leadership, your impact ripples from individual transformation to bold organizational success.  Are you ready to rewrite your inner dialogue and lead with possibility? Full Article: http://www.magicademy.club/wonder-leadership/transforming-negative-self-talk-into-leadership-magic-dr-suzy-burke Heal Monster MicroChallenge: https://app.magicademy.club/ #NegativeSelf-talk, #InnerCritic, #LeadershipDevelopment, #ExecutiveCoaching, #SelfDoubt, #NeuroscienceOfLeadership, #CognitiveBehavioralTechniques, #MindsetShift, #Transformation, #LeadershipPsychology, #3CMethod ​​00:00 Intro 02:06 How would Suzy greet an alien 03:48 What is true Leadership 06:42 The 3C Methodology 08:35 Understanding Negative Self-Talk 11:05 Coping with Negative Thoughts 13:32 Triggers and Their Origins 16:19 The Impact of Loneliness 17:26 Bringing Shame to Light 22:39 Interrogating Negative Thoughts 25:08 Harnessing Positive Feedback for Growth 26:40 Learning from Mistakes and Letting Go 28:15 The Power of Mindfulness and Presence 30:20 Breaking the Cycle of Negative Thoughts 32:08 Creative Alternatives to Journaling 34:22 Visualization Techniques for Letting Go 35:14 The 3C Method: Catch, Confront, Change 36:53 Rewiring Negative Thought Patterns 39:24 Creating a Compassionate Collective Consciousness 40:57 Embracing Childlike Wonder as Adults 45:16 Finding Your Magic Through Gratitude

    50 min
  8. How Sound Helps Us Destress | Dr. Jeffrey Thompson

    11/16/2025

    How Sound Helps Us Destress | Dr. Jeffrey Thompson

    What if healing were as simple as listening to a note tuned precisely to your body’s natural rhythm? 🌊 Dr. Jeffrey Thompson’s work in sound healing, brainwave entrainment, and neuroacoustic therapy reveals how specific frequencies can reset the autonomic nervous system—activating the body’s “inner physician” and restoring balance at every level. Stress reduction and nervous system reset are at the heart of his approach, offering a science-backed path toward integrative health and well-being. Explore how ancient sound practices intersect with modern science in the pursuit of restoring humanity to a state of homeostasis. Full article: http://www.magicademy.club/neuroarts/how-sound-helps-us-destress-dr-jeffrey-thompson #SoundHealing #BrainwaveEntrainment #NeuroacousticTherapy #DrJeffreyThompson #StressReduction #WorkplaceWellbeing #HealingFrequencies #MediaAsMedicine

    46 min
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  • Creator
    Dr. Jiani Wu
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    84
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    © Dr. Jiani Wu
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    MAGICommons