Soulful leadership, rooted in intentional practice, fosters greater authenticity and empathy. When leaders cultivate awe and wonder, they develop humility and a sense of interconnectedness, enhancing their ability to relate to and inspire their teams. Engaging in practices like mindfulness, reflection, or spiritual grounding sharpens focus and clarity, while awe and wonder fuel creativity and innovation by expanding our sense of possibility. This often leads to breakthroughs in problem-solving and a sustained flow state where work feels more effortless and rewarding. Awe, in particular, is linked to a profound connection with something greater than oneself, reducing feelings of isolation and overwhelm.

Joining us in this exploration of wonder is Nya Abernathy, creator of the online publication *Of Earth & Of Stars* and author of *Welcome, Wonder*. Nya, not typically a fan of traditional book clubs, set out to engage readers with her book in a more intentional and transformative way. The idea of using *Welcome, Wonder* as a field guide to wonder emerged, and now you’re invited to join this *Welcome, Wonder* experience. It's a bookclub-ish space where wonder-seekers use the book as a field guide to navigate the landscapes of their lives and their relationships—with themselves, others, the earth, and the cosmos. This approach makes the journey deeply personal and interconnected, just like the awe and wonder that nurture soulful leadership.