Centered in the City

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Yoko Kawai, Ph.D., pioneers "space for well-being" in workplaces, blending evidence-based strategies with Japanese spatial concepts rooted in human-centric perspectives. As a Yale School of Architecture lecturer, her research focuses on fostering mindfulness through spatial interventions. Co-founder of Mirai Work Space Alliance, she advocates for holistic well-being in modern workplaces. With expertise in the mind-space relationship, Yoko advises companies and serves on the Research Advisory at the International WELL Building Institute. Principal at Penguin Environmental Design, she integrates nature into architecture, aligning with her "People First" approach to well-being strategies.

In this podcast episode, I explore how to navigate life’s transitions with greater ease and balance. Drawing on the ancient concept of the eight worldly winds—gain and loss, praise and blame, pleasure and pain, success and failure—I uncover how these universal forces shape our experiences and emotions. I share practical tips for cultivating equanimity during times of change, including grounding practices, reframing perspectives, and building resilience. Take a listen to this epsidoe and let me know what resonates by joining me on Instagram @OneWade or send a note here.

Resources mentioned:

Mountain Meditation 

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Intention Setting Party (Jan 25th)

In today's solo epsiode, I support you welcoming in the new year with intention and ease. I share common unhelpful patterns that can get us caught in the "fresh start effect" mindset and instead, offer more sustainable approaches to harness the new year energy. Take a listen and share your insights with me @OneWade on Instagram or send me an email here. 

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Silent Meditation Retreat Resource Guide.

In today's episode, I explore what it means to live and express your authentic self in daily life. Together, we dive into the journey of discovering authenticity—unpacking the fears, challenges, and rewards of aligning with your inner truth.

I share personal stories and practical insights on how mindfulness and self-awareness can help you tune into who you truly are, especially in today’s world of curated social media and workplace expectations. Learn actionable tips for embracing your uniqueness, building meaningful connections, and creating a life that feels deeply aligned and fulfilling.

This episode invites you to pause, reflect, and connect with your authentic self so you can show up in the world with confidence, clarity, and ease.

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January 11th in Seattle

January 25th virtually 

In today's episode, I explore how to approach the holiday season with mindfulness, grace, and intention—free from the weight of expectations. The holidays can bring a mix of joy, stress, and complex emotions, but by staying present, setting meaningful intentions, and releasing "shoulds," we can create a season that feels aligned and fulfilling. I share practical strategies for navigating traditions, family dynamics, and self-care so you can experience the holidays with more ease and connection. Tune in to discover how to cultivate presence and find peace during this special time of year. Share your takeaways with me on Instagram @OneWade or send me a note here. 

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Happy Thanksgiving! However you are choosing to celebrate this holiday, may we use this holiday as a time to focus on cultivating more gratitude in our life. Research demonstrates how being grateful improves our well-being. 

Take yourself and or your family on a 4 minute or longer gratitude walk. Take a picture of yourself on your walk and share it with me on Instagram @OneWade

In today's episode, Korbey White joins me to discuss the importance of community well-being. This is a timely discussion, especially in the wake of the American election. Korbey shares how supporting people feeling seen inside and outside of the workplace increases morale and fosters a sense of belonging, which improves productivity. Korbey emphasizes how important diversity of thought and experiences are and how much we can learn from one another. He also shares actionable ways we can all practice helping other people know they matter. Take a listen and share your takeaways with us on Linkedin (Korbey White & Wade Brill) or on Instagram @Korbeywhite and @OneWade. 

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Korbey White is an equity champion and owner of the See Hear Learn (LLC) where he partners with organizations to help them reach their equity and belonging goals. He holds a bachelor's degree in international business relations and African American Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a Diversity, Equity, and an Inclusion Certificate from Cornell University.  He is Lean Sigma 6 certified. 

Korbey serves on the Madison College Board of Trustees, the Verona Area School District’s Board of Education, the Board of the Dane County Immunization Coalition, a Board member of the Sherman Phoenix Foundation, A Board member of the African American Opioid Coalition, and is a Board member of the 100 Black Men of Madison where he serves as the Wellness Committee Chair. Korbey is also a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated, the Rotary Club of Madison, and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).