Holistic is whole and complete. Holistic is entirety.

A leader who practices holistic leadership understands their entire being. Leaders who understand their entire being are authentic. They recognize that they are not defined by what they do, but who they are. Holistic leadership is also organizational but that will require its own blog post.

It is a challenge for an individual to be whole and complete, because no matter how hard we try to maintain balance, life is constantly changing. Life brings unexpected complications and opportunities. As leaders we want to become aware of how we best maintain balance and live integrated lives. A holistic leader is self-aware and understands their values and what drives them. A holistic leader knows that there is harmony to maintain between both mind and body as well as relationships, finances, community and spiritual being.

As a leader, people look to you to maintain symmetry. They do not expect you to be perfect, but they do need their leader to know who they are and live a life that sets a holistic example: body (taking care of your physical body – eating healthy, exercise, and rest), soul (mind, will and emotions) and spirit.

Do you know who you are? Do you know your values and how they tie into your life story? Do you know what motivates you both intrinsically and extrinsically? Do you know how to take care for yourself emotionally, physically and spiritually? Are you aware of your relations? Do you have financial awareness and balance? Do you have a network of people around you that support you in your practice in being holistic and authentic?

Do you want to be the future leader who leads by authenticity, consciously creates your life story and inspires people to follow this example that will create a better world?

Live Love – peace starts within,

Marie