{"id":73119,"date":"2019-12-26T16:01:49","date_gmt":"2019-12-27T00:01:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/?p=73119"},"modified":"2019-12-26T16:01:50","modified_gmt":"2019-12-27T00:01:50","slug":"how-to-implement-mindfulness-in-your-work-routine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pickthebrain.com\/blog\/how-to-implement-mindfulness-in-your-work-routine\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Implement Mindfulness in your Work Routine"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Mindfulness is often described as the state of being conscious or aware of the present moment, your thoughts and your feelings. It\u2019s a great tool that can offer you clarity, calmness and stress-relief, even in the most intensive of work environments. Including meditation techniques and practices into your everyday work routine can have positive benefits<\/a> on both your physical and mental health, as well as your productivity!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What benefits does mindfulness offer?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are\nmany benefits to increasing your mindfulness or practicing meditation that will\nimpact your everyday life. It\u2019s especially beneficial in a busy work\nenvironment where stress runs high and it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Improves overall health and well-being <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practicing\nmindfulness in the workplace gives you the agency to enjoy and appreciate the\nmoment you are in and gives you the mindset to form deeper connections with\nothers. It can reduce the impacts of psychological stress, which in turn aids\nin heart health<\/a> and immune response<\/a>, and provides a coping mechanism\nfor anxiety and mental pressures. Meditation has often been touted as an\neffective way to treat a number of problems including depression, anxiety, and\nany other mental health issues someone may be going through.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Productivity boost<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A common\nmisconception is that slowing down or being in the moment equals a lack of\nproductivity, when in reality the effect is the opposite. In fact, studies have\nshown that employees who participate in mindfulness activities every day not\nonly produce better quality<\/a> work, but more of it<\/a>! Whether or not your workplace has\ntaken the initiative to encourage mindfulness, take the power into your hands\nand implement some meditation into your work day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mindfulness techniques you can implement at work<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meditation\nor mindfulness does not need to be a complicated process. There are so many\nways to engage mindfulness at work, and the process will look different for\nevery individual. Use these techniques and tips as a starting point to find\nyour own rhythm that works for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Basic meditation <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beauty\nof this technique is that it can be done anywhere, and at any skill level. It\njust requires you to sit quietly at your desk and shift your focus. Whether\nyou\u2019ve just started your meditation journey, or you are adept in the practice,\nthis is an excellent technique to use at work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try it\nout for yourself: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n