"The way to peace and happiness, and a life free from anxiety is through connection, not control."
She is a certified reiki practitioner and meditation guide. She helps people to heal anxiety, by teaching them how to connect with themselves on a deep level. Her big message is “The way to peace and happiness, and a life free from anxiety is through connection, not control.”
She use reiki and meditation to help people to connect with their inner selves and to find peace and happiness. Her ultimate goal is to help people to reconnect with themselves so that they can live a life free from anxiety.
The big lie we’re sold is that we somehow need to get control of our anxiety. Let that go. But use its energy. Give your mind a task – I suggest you do this through highly visual meditations.
You can meditate imperfectly, and for only a really short period of time, and make a big difference in your anxiety levels. It’s about repetition, not perfection. Quality of time, not the quantity of time. And above all: Connection, not control.
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We are thrilled to have you join us today, welcome to ValiantCEO Magazine’s exclusive interview! Let’s start off with a little introduction. Tell our readers a bit about yourself and your company.
Eva Lane: I am a certified reiki practitioner and meditation guide. I help people to heal anxiety, by teaching them how to connect with themselves on a deep level. My big message is “The way to peace and happiness, and a life free from anxiety is through reconnection not control.”
I use reiki and meditation to help people to connect with their inner selves and to find peace and happiness. My ultimate goal is to help people to reconnect with themselves so that they can live a life free from anxiety.
I founded Anxious Relief because I believe that we can all live happier lives if we learn to connect with ourselves and each other more deeply. I achieve this by providing distance healing and guided meditations to people who feel stuck in anxiety, and by creating a community of people who are committed to loving-kindness.
2020 and 2021 threw a lot of curveballs into business on a global scale. Based on the experience gleaned in the past couple of years, how can businesses thrive in 2022? What lessons have you learned?
Eva Lane: Based on the experience gleaned in the past couple of years, I believe that businesses can thrive in 2022 by being prepared for the unexpected. I have learned that it is important to be flexible and to adapt quickly to changing circumstances. It is also important to stay positive and to maintain a sense of optimism, even in the face of adversity.
The pandemic seems to keep on disrupting the economy, what should businesses focus on in 2022? What advice would you share?
Eva Lane: I believe empathy and emotional intelligence in leadership will be important. Most of all I am excited for today’s business leaders to build an alliance with the next generation of business people who are entering the workforce now.
We are seeing this already with a generation who completed their schooling at home due to a global pandemic, who are making conscious decisions about where they work because of what companies stand for and how their values align with their own. I think we will see even more of this in 2022 as the next generation takes the reins and goes forward.
How has the pandemic changed your industry and how have you adapted?
Eva Lane: The pandemic has had a significant impact on the reiki and meditation industry. We have had to adapt in order to stay afloat. For a long time, we couldn’t see clients in person. This meant a very quick pivot to online options.
Another way I have adapted is by increasing my focus on online marketing. Due to the pandemic, people are spending more time at home and are therefore more likely to engage online with family, friends and support networks.
The way people think about meditation has changed significantly due to the pandemic. More people are starting to realize that they can make time every day for self-care and meditation. The traditional barriers to entry have been lowered because of technology. In today’s world, it is possible for anyone to sit down and practice a simple guided meditation from the comfort of their own home, or even from their couch!
What advice do you wish you received when the pandemic started and what do you intend on improving in 2022?
Eva Lane: When the pandemic started, I wish I had received advice on how to stay connected with my clients. At the time, a lot of people were isolating themselves and I didn’t want to do that. I wanted to be there for my clients, but I didn’t know how to do that effectively. I also wish I had received advice on how to market my services online.
In 2022 I plan to improve the support I offer clients who are struggling to stay connected with their loved ones. To do this, I plan to focus on developing more organic connections between my clients by speaking at conferences and offering online courses for those who cannot make it in person.
I plan to develop better connections with potential clients by staying active on my website and social media, creating content that is current and relevant to this day and age.
Online business surged higher than ever, B2B, B2C, online shopping, virtual meetings, remote work, Zoom medical consultations, what are your expectations for 2022?
Eva Lane: My vision for 2022 is that we will have a new generation of leaders who don’t ask “Why?”, but instead ask “How can we do it better?” Even today there is a huge inequality in the way work is valued and rewarded between men and women, as well as how those who are not white or male are treated. I believe that this will change as we bring more empathy into our leadership style.
Today’s leaders need to look at what is possible for their workforce and work to create conditions where everyone feels included.
I believe that the way we treat each other plays a big part in how we feel about ourselves, but I also think it plays a huge role in what opportunities are available to us. We need to do better than just thinking about inclusion at face value. For example, when we say that women are underrepresented in the workforce where I work, technology, what does that really mean? Is it because women do not possess the skills needed for modern-day jobs? Or is it because there is an environment that alienates them and/or does not accommodate their needs or certain aspects of their gender identity?
We need more of a re-evaluation from leaders about what our needs are. What is needed on the team? How can we make sure everyone feels included and recognized for their individual contribution?
To me, this starts with an honest reflection on how we treat each other at work. In 2022, I expect to see a lot of changes in who is in leadership positions. I think we will not only see more representation of gender but also more representation of culture and people with disabilities. Due to the technology that is available today, people can work remotely or choose their location for work purposes. Over the next few years, this will become even more common in most industries.
How many hours a day do you spend in front of a screen?
Eva Lane: 4
The majority of executives use stories to persuade and communicate in the workplace. Can you share with our readers examples of how you implement that in your business to communicate effectively with your team?
Eva Lane: One of the most effective ways to persuade and communicate in the workplace is through the use of stories. Stories help to engage the listener, make the listener feel connected, and help to illustrate a point.
For example, I was recently leading a meditation class when something just started to feel off. As the class went on I felt this overwhelming feeling of tiredness, like the energy, was literally being sucked out of me. This isn’t supposed to happen in meditation – in fact you are supposed to feel the opposite way! I ended the class early and went home to rest.
I was tired and burnt out from “spinning too many plates” – “juggling too many chainsaws” – trying to homeschool AND keep a business running AND pivot my business model AND look after my clients. I wasn’t walking my talk, and I wasn’t prioritizing my own self-care. I felt guilty about the choices I had been making but decided it was time for a change. In order to prevent feeling like this again in future, I have started scheduling routine periods of downtime for myself so that when the time comes, I can take it.
I recommend finding a form of self-care that works for you and makes you feel good about the choices you are making on a daily basis. Self-care does not have to mean wasting money or time on something frivolous, but it also shouldn’t involve more work. Make sure your actions reflect what is important to you. I recommend this for 2022.
Business is all about overcoming obstacles and creating opportunities for growth. What do you see as the real challenge right now?
Eva Lane: The real challenge right now is making sure that we are agile and able to pivot quickly in order to take advantage of new opportunities. We’ve been successful in the past by embracing change, but it’s more important than ever that we do this in a conscious and humane way.
I recommend teams to get used to making course corrections. This means that when mistakes happen, you make time to reflect on what went wrong and how it can be done better going forward. I recommend this for 2022.
Be courageous and open about your experiences, and “failures”. It is important that we are aware of both our own inner workings, as well as those around us. If something isn’t working in your organization, you must start by noticing it. Once you have noticed it, take time to reflect on what it is, why it’s happening and what you can do to make it better. You cannot make any changes until you are aware of the problem in the first place.
This is something I wish I had done more of in the past – but now that I’ve learned this lesson, I don’t waste time beating myself up over mistakes because I know that I can just keep moving forward.
In 2022, what are you most interested in learning about? Crypto, NFTs, online marketing, or any other skill sets? Please share your motivations.
Eva Lane: In 2022, I want to strengthen my personal and professional connections. Globally, we are learning how to operate in a post-pandemic world that balances humanity, dignity and consciousness. I want to make sure that I spend my time and energy on the right people – those who bring out the best in me. To ensure I am giving support, and being supported in the highest growth-fueled way for everyone involved.
A record 4.4 million Americans left their jobs in September 2021, accelerating a trend that has become known as the Great Resignation. 47% of people plan to leave their job in 2022. Most are leaving because of their boss or their company culture. 82% of people feel unheard, undervalued and misunderstood in the workplace. Do you think leaders see the data and think “that’s not me – I’m not that boss they don’t want to work for? What changes do you think need to happen?
Eva Lane: This is a major problem, and it’s only going to get worse if we don’t do something about it. In order to create a more empathetic and productive work environment, we need to make sure that everyone feels heard and valued. This means creating an environment where people feel safe to share their thoughts and opinions, without fear of judgement. In order to do this, leaders must create an open space where people feel safe to connect and share their ideas. I recommend finding ways to communicate with your employees that build trust – especially when it comes to sharing constructive feedback.
On a lighter note, if you had the ability to pick any business superpower, what would it be and how would you put it into practice?
Eva Lane: If I could choose any business superpower, I would choose for all people to see the “spark of good” in one another. I believe that every human has a spark of good and that if we could learn to see this in ourselves as well as others, our world would be a much kinder place. I hope this year we will see a shift away from the fear-based cultures we’ve created and towards more supportive environments where all people can feel safe and welcome. I believe that if we truly embrace empathy (especially as leaders), everyone wins.
What does “success” in 2022 mean to you? It could be on a personal or business level, please share your vision.
Eva Lane: I believe empathy and emotional intelligence in leadership are important indicators of success in 2022. Most of all I am excited for today’s business leaders to build an alliance with the next generation of business people who are entering the workforce now.
We are seeing this already with a generation who completed their schooling at home due to a global pandemic, who are making conscious decisions about where they work because of what companies stand for and how their values align with their own. I think we will see even more of this in 2022 as the next generation takes the reins and goes forward.
Jerome Knyszewski, VIP Contributor to ValiantCEO and the host of this interview would like to thank Eva Lane for taking the time to do this interview and share her knowledge and experience with our readers.
If you would like to get in touch with Eva Lane or her company, you can do it through her – Linkedin Page
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