Prioritizing mindfulness practices in the workplace
What exactly is “mindfulness?” For starters, mindfulness is the act of quieting your mind to achieve a state of awareness. It has physiological benefits such as slowing down your nervous system, lowering blood pressure, and the most obvious being reducing stress (Helpguide.org). This holistic approach boosts the success of a company’s employees and their overall organization.
Tips for mindfulness and intention at work
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- Taking 10-minute breaks every 2-3 hours to clear your mind, slow down your heart rate, and be present
- Download Headspace app for guided meditations “on the go”
- Give gratitude for your day – Did someone at work compliment you? Did a colleague help you with a project today that you were stressing about? Did someone make an introduction for you?
- During your lunch break, be mindful of the food you’re eating (slow it down)
- Acknowledge your thoughts and bring all focus back to your breath
- Use the 4-7-8 breathing technique (breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 7, exhale for 8)
Benefits of practicing mindfulness
Some benefits for practicing mindfulness at work include increased productivity, happier and healthier employees, and long-term individual physical benefits. Mindfulness is an important subset of wellness. Employing mindfulness and intention in the workplace makes for a cohesive team and better business practice.
Resources
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