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Read MorePlacing our awareness and focus on the present is integral in order to treat ourselves with compassion. So whenever we work, whether it is at home or in the office, try the following mindfulness practices:
A. Place your attention on one task at a time. This gives you the opportunity to notice and release thoughts that might be distracting or unproductive.
B. As you end one task, take 3 deliberate deep breaths–pay attention to the breath going in and out of your body.
Mindfulness practices enhance our focus and awareness in what matters to us at the present moment. Being fully present to each task we face is an excellent strategy for both the output and our personal well-being.
Keywords: Mindfulness; Awareness; Work; Breathing
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