Diana Chapman Walsh Contemplative Leadership
In this episode, Wendy speaks with educational leader, writer, and climate activist Diana Chapman Walsh. Diana had a long and successful career in public health at Boston and Harvard University, and then became the president of Wellesley College, a position she held for 14 years. Diana has become an icon in educational leadership, and advocates that education can be both an intellectual and a spiritual journey. This conversation covers many topics, including:\n \n \nher path into contemplative practice and leadership;\n \nthe importance of knowing and questioning oneself;\n \nvulnerability and responsibility in leadership;\n \nhow the qualities of a leader influence the system they are leading;\n \nhierarchical vs. inclusive systems;\n \nthe five principles of trustworthy leadership;\n \ninterconnectedness as an underlying truth;\n \nbuilding community amidst the climate crisis;\n \nhow feedback loops can accelerate harm or spur change;\n \nand encouragement to tell our stories.\nFull show notes and resources