"A refreshing experience that helped my team rebalance some of its dynamics, and created a fun way to make stress and focus at work discussable"
Jan De Witte, President & CEO, GE HealthCare-Performance Solutions, September 2010
Mindfulness has been an eye-opener – personally as well as professionally. … It has taught me that you can decide yourself on how to approach the world around you and what to focus on. Instead of being a slave to irritating distractions and those things that are not like one thought they should be, one can deal with them in a constructive way. … Mindfulness has given me a bigger peace and increased presence in my relationship to my colleagues at the work place, as well as my family at home. …
Rasmus Hougaard from The PotentialProject has been a big source of inspiration for all participants throughout the whole training. He has explained “Mindfulness” in a way which enabled all of us to follow easily and managed to give comprehensive answers to sometimes complex questions on brain activities and the human psychology. It has been a very professional and competent performance throughout and we can highly recommend it!
Nikolai Bülow Tronche
Competence-and Organisational Development, Copenhagen Community, August 2010
I do observe that my mood is more balanced, e.g., I went on a training that meant 5 nights away from home, travelling on Sunday. In the past, that would have spoilt my Sunday altogether, now I could still enjoy the time I had with my family and then also leave without getting into a very negative mood. Also, I took it surprisingly lightly that the plane had to return to the parking position and needed to get a part replaced, so we ended up landing at the destination at 1:00am the next day.
What I also observe is that I can switch off from work more quickly and easily, that I can concentrate much better when I read a book, that I feel much more comfortable and am more patient in situations where I have "nothing to do" (waiting for a train/bus/plane, standing in line in the supermarket, ...).
These are all gradual and still not revolutionary changes but thinking back how I used to feel in these situations a few months ago I do notice a significant difference, so thanks again for bringing this idea into my life!
Marc Reinhardt, National Service Manager , GE Healthcare , May 2010
I really must say. This new way saved my month of March. … People usually ask me how I can cope with so many things at once, and until I had your first mindfulness session, I had never realised how much I actually was not satisfied of the accomplishments. As I read from one of your emails: I was brain-dead and tired. … The mindful breaks have been useful in days where I rush from one meeting to another. Helps clear the mind and refocus on the next activity. … Finally my main accomplishment so far is with my kids: they immediately bought into the “1 thing only at a time!” They are my Mindfulness conscience now! Thank you!
Marianne Gaulhet-Dureau, HR GE Healthcare France, April 2010
"At this moment in human history, many people find themselves saturated by information, bombarded by possibilities, and exhausted by the demands that our jobs and personal lives make of us. The Potential Project offers tools and methods that can help us navigate through all this, and regain the necessary calm and clarity to function at our optimum potential.
For me, the most exciting thing about the Potential Project is its ability to present profound and timeless wisdom in a scientific context and a fresh contemporary style. All around the world, scientists, corporate managers and educators are realising the practical difference that the ancient practice of mindfulness can bring to our lives. Through the Potential Project, we have the opportunity to taste this for ourselves."
Alison Murdoch, International Director, Essential Education, March 2010
"It is a privilege and an enormous opportunity to learn about how our mind works. But it is even more important to learn how to be present and conscious of our never stopping flow of thoughts.These learning's allow me to live happier with myself, keep better peace of mind and successfully cope with my demanding professional life.The people of The Potential Project show a very high level of expertise on each of the subjects of the program as well as on the methodology that helps you achieve the objectives."
Pache Pladevall, Managing Director, Wolkswagen Audi Spain, January 2010
"I have had the pleasure of participating in a CBMT training workshop with the Potential Project. Within the three hours the essence of the program and method became very clear and accessible. This was much due to the clarity of the presentation and kindness of the trainer. I have been practising the training since and felt clear results even with just 10 minutes of daily training. I am looking forward to proceed with more workshops and training."
Anni Kammer, Chief Advisor, Medhelp, December 2009
“I am very busy and have always looked for a tool that could help me live a more balanced life. I used Steven Coveys books on the 7 habits, and other tools, but I always had the feeling that it did not go to the root. Now, after 8 weeks of the mindfulness programme I have no doubt that I have found what I was always looking for.
I have never had as clear a mental separation between my private life and working life as now. That adds a lot of extra energy to both.
Ester Bang, Account Manager, IF insurance, December 2009
"The Potential Projects mindfulness training program (CBMT) is tailor-made for corporations. It is a non-dogmatic and clearly structured program that appeals to most managers and employees. We have been through the full 4 month program and are continuing our daily 10 minutes trainings as part of our culture with the support of the Potential Project. The results of the program appeared early. Already after one month, a big difference could be seen in the teams. All participants reported improved ability to focus, increased productivity better cooperation and less stress. We experience ourselves being more open and flexible which secures higher professional and personal development. Personally I experience that more patience and self control as a result of the program makes me a better and more supportive leader.The non-dogmatic training and coaching performed by the Potential Project makes the mindfulness training very accessible. I am very happy about our corporation with the Potential Project and strongly recommend the CBMT program."
Halldor Machholm, Head of risk management, IF Insurance, December 2009
"Every morning I pick an attitude card. I reflect the content in relation to the challenges of the day ahead. In this way I am constantly inspired with new -often surprising - perspectives on the tasks coming up. I feel that this enables me to be a better manager, spouse and mother."
Susanne Falk, Director, The TitiBo Group, October 2009
"We are all now working in environments that are moving faster and faster with more demands on our time and less chance for recovery. As time for good communication is squeezed we are experiencing more misunderstanding and, therefore, conflict in our organisations. The Potential Project provide a number of tools that enable us to put things in perspective and to avoid some of these misunderstandings by viewing things positively rather than negatively. I think these type of tools can play a big role in helping individuals and organisations manage the increasing pressures that we all face."
Roy White, Vice President, Sony Business Europe, September 2009
