Yes, it’s true…you really can meditate anywhere!
So why not incorporate meditation into your daily routine at work and create a daily meditation routine?
Now this might sound like an idea that you do not want to further explore, but there are a lot of great benefits to be had by making the conscious choice to meditate on the job.
My personal experience is that on the days I meditate, I’m much more focused and productive at work. I work in an amazing, supportive environment where everyone believes in bettering themselves (yes, we even have a meditation room at work!) but I do realize this isn’t the case for all.
Don’t be discouraged if this type of work environment doesn’t sound familiar to you because there are ways around the stiff corporate atmosphere which will help you bring more zen into your day!
1. Give yourself an extra 10-20 minutes in the morning so that you’re able to meditate in your car (or where ever you choose!) before you begin work for the day! This is a great way to start the day off right and rid yourself of the morning stresses in your life such as traffic jams or getting the kids off to school on time. Set the alarm on your phone and simply sit in peace for an allotted period of time. You can even choose to listen to relaxing meditation audios in your car while doing this.
2. It’s customary in most work environments to have coffee breaks throughout the day so why not turn your coffee break into a meditation break? Go into a meeting room, find a bench outside or make a trip to your car but find a quiet place where you can take 10 minutes of solitude for yourself.
Meditating before or at work is a great way to set yourself up for a successful day and it’s also a great way to re-focus your efforts on those days when nothing seems to be going your way!
With meditation you decide what to focus on. Maybe you want to meditate towards a peaceful state of mind (known as mindfulness) or maybe you want to practice concentrative meditation and focus your thoughts on achieving a goal. Focusing on something positive and visualizing a successful outcome in a meditative state is a great way to actually accomplish what you want. The subconscious mind doesn’t separate fact from fiction so if you focus on positive, successful thoughts then your subconscious mind will automatically work towards achieving those thoughts!
Recognize that you if you choose to meditate to achieve peace of mind and relaxation or for success on the job, that the benefits you’ll experience will add value to all aspects of your day! And did I mention that you’ll be happier because of this new meditation practice too?
Make an effort to meditate at work and I promise you’ll notice your performance and your mood sky rocket to levels you’ve only imagined!