Meditation is amazing for managing our emotions, calming our mind and body, and reducing stress. But, unless it's lunchtime, most of us can't escape our jobs to go meditate anytime throughout the day. So the question is, how can we practice mindfulness at work. In this episode, Todd goes into great detail about how to practice mindfulness at work, and most importantly, how to stay mindful at those really difficult…
Lawyers and StressI have known many lawyers in my life, from family members to dear friends. They are the nicest, smartest and funniest people to spend time with. They tend to be the most fun people to be around because their jobs are so stressful that they are very good at knowing how to blow off steam, sometimes in healthy ways and frequently in unhealthy ways.Because being a lawyer can…
Success Starts and Ends with a Peaceful, Stress-Free MindAccording to Stress.org:90% of all doctor visits are for stress-related ailments or complaints.63% of all U.S. workers are ready to quit their job due to stress.Businesses lose up to $300 billion annually due to workplace stress.56% of employees say stress and anxiety impact their performance.76% of workers say stress affects their relationships, 66% say it affects their sleep, and 54% say it…
What are Corporate Meditation Programs?Corporate Meditation Programs can be keynote lectures, multiple seminars, interactive workshops or retreats. They may take place in the office or offsite. They include a mix of mindfulness and meditation training, as well as instruction on what to expect when meditating, insights into the nature of the mind, the root causes of stress, and the best ways to alleviate stress.Beyond stress, corporate meditation programs show employees…
Human beings have a funny habit of being very kind and polite to strangers, but when it comes to close friends, family and coworkers, we tend to lose ourselves and respond in anger and frustration. Because of the familiarity that develops, we get too comfortable and react instead of respond. We forget ourselves, where we are and what our goals are. When we’ve been working with the same people for…
We all know meditation can make us more peaceful, patient, relaxed and joyful. We know it lowers stress, anxiety and blood pressure. But did you know meditation can lead to better decision making?In this article, I’ll tell you how it works and show you how to use meditation for better decision making.Meditation Makes Us SmarterMeditation makes us smarter?!?! It’s true! Meditation isn’t about shutting down our thoughts. It’s about becoming…
These days, employees are thinking not just about ways to let off steam. They’re thinking about ways to let go of their stress that won’t leave them hungover, tired, groggy and unhealthy. That’s why more and more employees are looking for healthy ways to improve their lives, not just their nights. And it’s why employees need meditation more than company happy hours. The Benefits of Corporate Meditation for Employees When…
Meditation For Executives: Step Up The Leadership Zen Is Meditating Limited To Monks? The long and short of it is no. This is a common stereotype amongst a lot of people that meditation is only for monks. Moreover, people are also of the belief that you have to leave your comforts and luxuries when you venture into the world of meditation and spirituality. However, that is not true. Meditation isn’t…
So what the heck is corporate meditation? Isn’t it a waste of time? Will corporate meditation turn my employees into lazy hippies? Is it just superstitions and woowoo mumbojumbo? Just what can I expect in a corporate meditation program? This article will answer these questions and more.Workplace stress is the #1 cause of stress. We bring that stress home with us and it affects us in countless ways. It can…
What are Mindful Mondays Mindful Monday is a concept that encourages people to start their week in a mindful and intentional way. It's a day where people can take a moment to slow down, reflect on their priorities, and set their intentions for the week ahead. Some people may use Mindful Monday as an opportunity to meditate, practice yoga, or engage in other mindfulness practices. Others may simply take a…
“I thought my biggest fear was growing old and dying in prison. In truth, my biggest fear was growing old and not knowing myself.”
- Rick Smith, Albama inmate
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