Category: Mindful Work®

Stress LESS through Mindful Living®

Inspiring Workspaces

With the advancements in technology, the way Americans work has drastically changed. Unfortunately, American offices have not evolved at the same rate. Forbes reports that most offices are organized with uniformed cubicles that resemble a massive assembly line, rather than a place for “productive and creative” thought. Here are a few ideas how to create…
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Increase Your Productivity

Staying focused during the workday is a challenge for many Americans workers and it can have definite costs for both employers and employees. With the right mindful tips, you can increase your productivity. How many Americans are wasting time instead of being productive? In a survey, 89 percent of participants admitted to wasting time at…
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Job Search Motivation

Searching for a job can be exhilarating in the beginning. The prospect of a new and better career can be fun, but after a few rejections and no responses from potential employers your energy can start to drain and your excitement can start to fade. Fortunately, you can keep the hope alive and avoid job…
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Vacation From Work is Essential for Health

Do you have some vacation days saved up? Consider taking a relaxing trip. It’s not only a great way to bond with your family it can also benefit your health. Taking a vacation from work can increase your work productivity. Listed below are some of the benefits of taking a vacation from work.   Vacation…
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“Upcycle” Items for the Office

We all have odds and ends around the house that we don’t know what to do with. We could recycle or donate them. Or we can take these ordinary objects and “upcycle” them into furnishings for our home or work. “Upcycling” usually requires little to no additional supplies. Remember, we are incorporating Mindful Green Living…
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It’s a Bad Idea to Eat on Your Office Desk

It’s a bad idea physically and psychologically to have a desk lunch at your job. A survey from the American Dietetic Association finds that 75 percent of office workers eat  lunch at their desks as often as two or three times a week. Here are a few mindful lunch ideas that can change your life.…
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Discover Job Opportunities Abroad

Pounding the pavement, looking for a job can be discouraging for many Americans. If you’re looking for a creative way out the rat race, then maybe you should be thinking internationally instead of locally.When considering working abroad, be realistic about your expectations and the sacrifices you are willing to make. Here are some of the…
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No Teacher Left Behind

Today is Teacher Appreciation Day, a time for us to do something we don’t often do—appreciate our teachers. With stagnated salaries and other cuts, teachers need our help more than ever. By taking a few mindful steps, we can help our teachers and the next generation. Remember, we can’t be a great nation if we…
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Mindful Lunch Ideas for the Office

Lunch breaks are rare nowadays. According to a survey, only one-third say that they take a lunch break. Statistics also show that 65 percent of workers either skip lunch or eat at their desks. If you experience stress at work one of the best ways to help relieve the tension is by using this mindful…
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Walking Desks In Workplaces: Pros & Cons

Today 71 percent of American adults are overweight or obese, so it’s important that everyone incorporates more exercise into their daily routine. With treadmill or walking desks, you can walk in place while you complete your work. The popularity of these desks has increased in recent years, but there are some disadvantages as well. Treadmill…
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