Introduction My interest in yoga stems from its connection to statesmanship, which intrigued me as a Political Science student. I took a course called “Yoga, Business, and Leadership” at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, where I discovered the valuable teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. The Gita’s stories depict how leaders should behave, showcasing the versatility of yogic […]
Maand: juni 2023
A Perspective on Technology in the Fourth Industrial Revolution
Introduction In today’s rapidly changing world, characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), it is crucial to explore how spirituality and technology intersect in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The Fourth Industrial Revolution, as defined by the World Economic Forum, necessitates holistic and integrative approaches to driving technology and rebuilding our understanding […]
Yogic Yamas and Niyamas
In this article, let us revisit the concept of yamas and niyamas from aṣṭāṅga yoga philosophy. They have the potential to inspire organizational approaches to ethical conduct that consider universal and contextual factors. This need has already been highlighted by the present challenges faced by institutionalism and organizations’ struggle to preserve meaning amidst challenging situations […]
Redactioneel - nummer 12 - juni 2023
Dear readers, As we celebrate the International Day of Yoga, we invite you to embark on a transformative journey within the realms of Yoga, Spirituality, and Business as we find ourselves at the intersection of ancient wisdom and the ever-evolving world of modern commerce. In our VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity) world, a new […]
A Special Report on the OM RISE Workshop Building an Academic Discipline of Spirituality in Management and Society
A two-day international workshop on Building an Academic Discipline of Spirituality in Management and Society was organized online from 7-8 February 2023 at IIT (BHU) Varanasi, India, in collaboration with scholars from various countries. The workshop focused on advancing our discussion on the discipline of spirituality for management and society. It sought to delve deeper […]