Frame your day to be mindful. When you first wake up in the morning, sit up, put your feet on the floor, take a deep breath, and set your intention about how you want the day to go and how you plan to navigate challenges. Create a mantra you can repeat throughout the workday as...
Thinking purposefully is not about being in denial or trying to ignore your thoughts, but rather about being mindful of the way you think. It’s about learning how to think in a way that helps you make better decisions and feel happier. When you’re feeling sad, anxious, or lost, it’...
If this is your first foray into meditation, you can start with five minutes a day, but our masters of meditation say 10 minutes should be your goal. “Every day, I try to do 10 minutes of mindful meditation using the Headspace app,” says Pittsburgh–based partner Ari.“I’ve logged ...
They’re both single, and they look as though they’d be perfect together. The new way: Being mindful of the very first moment when your hands meet the water; mindful of the warmth and the transference of heat to the body; mindful of picking up one thing at a time and taking just ...
Once in a while, leave the phone/iPod at home when you go for a walk or run, and just pay attention to the natural world. Mindful Awareness for Parents I’m sure the Buddha would have also said, “When playing with the kids, one knows ‘I am playing with the kids.'” This one ...
Be a person who is willing to learn and is curious about many things. Your attitude will be positive because you are forward-looking and want to understand instead of being closed off. Being curious about a new situation or what’s going on makes you mindful and aware of the present momen...
the biggest benefits of Mindfulness that my corporate clients report is the ability to RESPOND instead of REACT throughout their day. This mindful working allows them to address urgent matters at hand with clarity and calm. Mindfulness is now becoming a leadership practice for more powerful work....
Being mindful as a manager is all about staying in the present moment and being open to new possibilities. It’s also about accepting yourself for who you are and adopting a growth mindset that shows you failures are learning opportunities, not a reflection of your character. It’s also impo...
Sometimes the day can be draining, and we find ourselves low in energy and in need of a major pick-me-up in order to get back on track and tackle tasks at hand. Thus, knowing hacks to be more alert and focused during the day, especially when at…
The idea isthat by forcing yourself to think about why good things occur—"My presentation at work went well because I spent a lot of time preparing for it"—you'll start to see your life in a more positive way, helping you to be more optimistic about your future. 4. Be mindful of...