Tag Archive for Terri Kennedy

The Power of… MEDITATION

MEDITATION. Are you familiar with peace? Are your responses to challenging situations controlled or reactive? Could you benefit from greater focus, concentration and awareness? When people find out that I teach meditation as a part of the yoga sessions, it elicits a variety of responses. Some have questions, such as: “How long do I need to meditate?” “Would it conflict with my religion?” Others submit their own perceived limitations: “I can’t stay still.” “My mind is always full.” “I don’t have the time.” “I tried it but nothing happened.”

5th Annual NAACP Leadership 500 Summit

From May 21st through May 24th, 2009, I participated in the 5th Annual NAACP Leadership 500 Summit entitled “Ensuring our Legacy” at the Phoenician Hotel and Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona. I spoke on the Summit General Session panel entitled, “Let’s Stay Together: Maintaining Family Connectedness in Tough Economic Times” moderated by Hazel N. Dukes. I also taught morning yoga classes.

HealthCorps Green Garden Gala

THE BUZZ: On Thursday, April 30th, 2009, I did the red carpet interviews for the HealthCorps Annual Green Garden Gala. The event raised over $1 million to expand HealthCorps’ groundbreaking in-school health educational and mentoring program, which is growing across the country. Dr. Mehmet Oz, Founder and Chairman of HealthCorps, and his wife Lisa co-hosted the Gala. I interviewed Quincy Jones, who received the “Music for a Better Life” Award, as well as other notables such as LL Cool J, Russell Simmons, Ben Vereen, and Donna Karan.

The Power of… DILIGENCE

DILIGENCE. Do you always do your best? Do you remain focused on your goals? How often have you given up when things seemed difficult? In 2007, I finished my doctorate in World Religions and became Dr. Kennedy, or “Dr. Terri K.” as my friends are calling me. As a busy entrepreneur, I had to be focused to get the work done in-between leading corporate workshops, speaking at events, coaching private clients, teaching yoga classes, and writing this column and other articles. It wasn’t easy and often required me to sacrifice “play-time” such as catching the latest movie, for “cerebral time” which usually included taking an exam or researching for another paper. Since it was a goal I wanted to achieve, I worked steadily on it over the last few years.

World Economic Forum on Latin America

Felix A. Maradiaga and Teresa Kay-Aba Kennedy at World Economic Forum in Rio

From April 13th through April 17th, 2009, I participated in the World Economic Forum on Latin America in Rio de Janiero, Brazil. The Summit brought together some of the world’s top policy and decision makers to discuss that region and global challenges. I also attended a special Young Global Leaders gathering. President Lula of Brazil was there and I had a “Meet the Leader” session with President Alvaro Uribe of Colombia.

Global Leadership at Harvard Kennedy School

THE BUZZ: From March 29th through April 8th, 2009, I participated in the Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education Program – Global Leadership and Public Policy in the 21st Century. It brought together over 60 Young Global Leaders for 10 days to better understand the most press global issues. The faculty was top-notch from David Gergen…

The Power of… CHOICE

CHOICE. How are you choosing to live? Do you realize all of the choices you make every week, every day, every second? Do you ever truly think about the consequences? When I was four years old my mom gave me The Little Me and THE GREAT ME, by Lou Austin which laid the groundwork for my spiritual development. With a bright yellow cover and joyful illustrations, this simple book explains that there are two wills in every person: one – the will of the human self (the Little Me), the other – the will of the divine self (THE GREAT ME). Between these two forces there is a continuous running battle.

Women In Leadership Development Conference

On Friday, March 27th, 2009, I was the keynote for the 2nd Annual Women In Leadership Development Conference for The Gannon University Small Business Development Center in Erie, PA. The Conference involved “women presenting to women” and focused on the areas of: wellness, leadership and personal development. Dr. Kennedy spoke on servant leadership – “Becoming a PWR Leader: Serving Up Success.” I also offered a break-out session on “PWR Branding: Leveraging your Unique Value Proposition.”

Yoga Conferences

THE BUZZ: From January 16th through January 19th, 2009, I participated in the 6th Annual Yoga Journal San Francisco Conference at the Hyatt Regency. I moderated a Continuing Education panel entitled “The Business of Being a Yoga Teacher,” with Jason Crandell, Pretzel France, Cyndi Lee, and Rogelio Nunez. From March 5th through March 7th, I was once again with yoga pioneers at the Third IAYT Symposium on Yoga Therapy and Research in Los Angeles. Yoga Alliance held a special event at the conference in celebration of its 10th Anniversary.

The Power of… CONVICTION

CONVICTION. Do you stand up for what you believe in? Do you even know what you believe in? In this column, I would like to honor Jesse Hill, Jr., who died on December 17, 2012 at the age of 86. My mentor, who was like a second dad, he is an incredible example of a true PWR Broker.