Work is more demanding and competitive than ever, which is leading to higher rates of stress and burnout for employees and managers alike. But there is a better way. In her latest book, Leah Weiss, a lecturer, researcher and meditation expert at Stanford University, offers a path of enlightenment and understanding that focuses on mindfulness in the workplace. She recently appeared on the Knowledge at Wharton show  on Wharton Business Radio on SiriusXM channel 111 , to talk about the lessons in her book, How We Work: Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity, and Embrace the Daily Grind. (Listen to the full podcast using the player at the top of this page.) An edited transcript of the conversation follows. Knowledge at Wharton: You aren’t just writing about mindfulness, but you’re also teaching a course on it at Stanford, correct? Leah Weiss: That’s exactly right. I think it has become one of the critical skills for 21 st century leadership.…