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You are performing well
And Quietly Running on Empty
There is a kind of exhaustion that rest does not fix. You are capable, thoughtful, and used to carrying a great deal. The decisions get made, the responsibilities are handled, and from the outside things may look successful. Yet internally, something can begin to feel disconnected.
Much of the time, you may find yourself moving through constant demands without the space to pause, reflect, and respond more consciously.
- You carry significant responsibility while trying to create meaningful difference
- You are navigating complexity and uncertainty without the space to think clearly
- At times, you feel stretched, tired, or close to exhaustion
- And you sense that a different way of leading and living and leading is possible
It’s not about doing more
It’s About How You Lead
What this asks of you is not more effort, but a different kind of pause. A space to step back, reconnect with yourself, and return with greater clarity, energy, and presence.
From there, how you live and lead begins to shift naturally—from automatic reaction toward a more conscious response.
- Create space to slow down and step out of constant reaction
- Reconnect with what truly matters in your work, relationships, and life
- Restore greater sense of inner clarity, resilience and balance
- Experience meaningful connection and shared humanity with others on a similar path
I am not a monk
And That Matters
My path to this work was non-linear. I spent years in investment banking at Lehman Brothers before pursuing a PhD in science at ETH Zurich, where I researched financial crises and how complex systems behave at the edge of collapse. I later served as Chairwoman of The Klosters Forum, an environmental non-profit bringing together leaders, thinkers, and changemakers to accelerate positive change across industries.
Alongside all of this, I maintained a practice: more than 25 years of meditation, eventually training as a mindfulness teacher under Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach.
What I discovered, slowly and then all at once, is that the inner and outer world are not separate. The quality of our awareness shapes how we lead, relate, and respond to complexity. Meaningful change begins within.
That understanding is the foundation of everything I do.
Different depths, one intention
Find the Retreat That Meets You Where You Are
Conscious Impact Retreats bring together mindfulness meditation, transformational breathwork, guided inquiry, time in nature, and the quiet power of shared experience. Each element is intentionally designed to support reflection, reconnection, and meaningful inner shifts.
Micro Retreats:
A focused pause for a deep release of stress and tension, leaving you with renewed energy and a sense of inner freedom.
Weekend Retreats:
A dedicated space to step back, reconnect with what truly matters, and return with greater clarity and direction.
Weeklong Retreats:
A deeper immersive experience to release patterns, gain insight, and reconnect with yourself and others in a meaningful way.
Private retreats for teams and leadership groups are available on request, offering a tailored experience in a trusted setting.
The Book - Now available worldwide!
Conscious Impact: Mindful Leadership for Meaningful Change
A guide for leaders who want to create meaningful impact by starting within. The book brings together mindfulness, systems thinking, and real-world experience to explore how inner clarity shapes how we lead and act in the world.
- Practical approaches to navigating complexity with clarity and presence
- Guided meditations to support focus, awareness, and emotional balance
- A perspective on leadership rooted in alignment, responsibility, and interconnectedness
What Participants Say
Experiences That Lead to Real Inner Change
Take the First Step
Choose Where to Begin
Whether you begin with the book, a retreat, or a shared experience, each offers a space to step out of automatic reaction and reconnect with how you want to live and lead. As that begins to shift, so does how you shape your work, your relationships, and the world around you.
A personal space to stay connected
Living at a turning point in human history
Conscious Impact
News & Resources
Successful Book Lauch of Conscious Impact
Join us for a heartfelt recap of the Conscious Impact launch by Susanne von der Becke. This aftermovie highlights inspiring moments of connection, mindfulness, and purpose-driven leadership. Experience Susanne’s keynote and the vibrant community united by a shared commitment to positive change. Whether you were there or are just discovering this journey, let this video inspire you to embrace mindful leadership and create meaningful impact.
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Navigating Change in an Era of Polycrisis
Change happens in the outside but transitions are the inner process we go through as life shifts around us. Whether in work, relationships, or personal growth, recognizing where we are in transition—an ending, the uncertain middle, or a new beginning—helps us navigate change with clarity, resilience, and purpose.
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7 Tips for an impactful meditation practice
In this video, I share how to develop an impactful meditation practice that trains your mind to stay present and rewires your brain for greater intention, authenticity, and joy—no matter what’s happening around you. Through seven key practices, you’ll learn to cultivate resilience, clarity, and a deeper connection to yourself and others.
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New Date: Breathe for Impact “Clarity & Focus”
NEW DATE: 6th March | Micro-Retreat 🌟 Breathe for Impact Clarity & Focus 🌟 | 19:00 at Seeschau, Erlenbach
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