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for 14 år siden 0 +0 / -0 102

I'm not going to write too much about it. But when you are doing anything in your life, focus on that and that only. Follow your breathing as you fill out reports, as you run, as you do laundry, etc. You can do it anywhere, anytime. There are so many much more talented people to listen to than me, so that is the gist of it.

Finally, Cool Jimmy! I've done the same many times :) If you find a cool CD, you have to tell us about it!

Deb

for 14 år siden 0 +0 / -0 102

Hey Tiger,

Do you have time to get a run in at work? Just my opinion, but I don't think running is running away from problems. It's a really healthy coping skill. It allows you to shed issues that are eating at you and refocus on the important things (like you for example). Just a thought.

Yes! I know that when I quit smoking, I really had to work hard to find ways to take a break at work because that's exactly how I took a break. I had to find really satisfying alternatives. Sometimes I get on the computer and look up cruises (that I can't afford right now), or type in "the most beautiful places on earth" and look at the pictures-- or, "the friendliest towns" and I think about visiting if they are close. A lot of areas of the world have a regional magazine devoted to local travel. We have Sunset here and it often features short trips that are affordable, and off the beaten path. I've taken lots of trips that way and I've mainly discovered them while taking a break at work.

I can't do the box breathing very well either for the same reason. Lots of people (including me) do better with the mindfulness breathing while doing everyday tasks. That quiets my mind well. I really recommend any book written by Thich Nhat Hanh, and also love Jack Kornfield. They both write well on this subject. The method is a great way to slow down your mind. Will continue in a minute cause I'm always worried about getting logged out and losing a post.

for 14 år siden 0 +0 / -0 23

Deb,

That "fun plan" sounds like a great idea, and it'll give me something fun and productive to obsess over when my mind is wondering at work!

I often go for coffee runs for my team so I can get out in the sunshine for a few minutes.

I'm also allowed to listen to my ipod which means I can listen to relaxing music when I'm stressed and upbeat music when I'm tired.

And.... if I'm really not feeling the best, I run up and down the fire stairs a few times.

Which reminds me..... that whole box breathing thing. I've realised that when ever I'm anxious I go for a run to deal with it. But that is not always practicable and is quite literally 'running away' from my problems. Any hints for how to do this properly? I find I cant turn of my mind when I'm anxious and trying to stop and breathe means that my mind has nothing else to occupy it and just runs wild.

Also, I often wonder if a lot of people continue to smoke as this allows them an opportunity to get up from the desk, go outside and take a break every few hours?

for 14 år siden 0 +0 / -0 34

deb,

you give some great ideas.I cant needlepoint, but i like to doodle. a love my job but not a lot of places to walk. i have actually sat in my car with a head set or radio on and chilled.

Not much but it keeps me focused for the rest of the day.

Think I will by a new CD!

for 14 år siden 0 +0 / -0 102

Hey Ashley,

This is a great post that I wanted to respond to sooner, but have been busy at work (ironic!).

Here is what I've done lately to take a break:

Walk outside if you can, even for 5 minutes on your break.

I've been bringing in my adoptive dog (because I'm allowed to do that), and he relaxes me and reminds me that we need to go outside.

Since I quit smoking, I am a needlepoint freak. I can do it at my desk for just a couple of minutes and it refocuses my mind.

I doodle when making business calls. Be careful with this one though! I'm pretty sure everyone here can relate to the phone number with no name written by it with 3pm thursday, and many cool designs next to it. The next day we say..... 'What!? Who?!' Keep a seperate pad for doodles.

Get relaxation CD's for your lunch break. If you have a park nearby, pop it in as the weather gets warmer, or go to a coffee shop if it's still cold, and breathe the music in.

Make a fun plan while at work. Call a friend, book a trip, buy tickets to a movie you want to see, research local events....... give yourself something to look forward to on your day off.

Create your happiness even though it's work, and really hard at times. If it's too hard, then make sure you do something teeny tiny for yourself at work.

For anyone else listening/reading, what little tiny thing makes you feel good?

Deb

for 14 år siden 0 +0 / -0 113

Moving arond at work is a great way to stay motivated I find...sometimes getting up to go for a walk is a great excuse to chat with another coworkers or just to stretch your muscles...

Also, this may sound silly but about drawing a picture, for the longest time I used to have crayons and paper and if I was feeling stressed I'd just do some shading to help me relax a little bit, just for a few minutes. It would take my mind off of what was going on at the moneht and then I could re focus...

for 14 år siden 0 +0 / -0 11226

Members,

Spending too much time in the office? Try to work together with other work mates to change the office environment by doing some of these five minute power boosters:

Get Moving!
•    Do some step aerobics at the office stair case
•    Take a short walk around the block or through the office building
•    Stand up and stretch your muscles, starting from your neck working your way down to your ankles
•    Keep a stress ball on hand to squeeze when you need to release some pressure

Stimulate your mind!
•    Take some time to do a word search, crossword or sudoko
•    So some deep breathing exercises and some quiet meditation
•    Clean your desk or office a little bit
•    Draw a picture

The office environment can be draining so it’s important to take some time out for yourself to regroup and stay active. What have you found helpful to keep you on track to a healthy lifestyle?

Ashley, Health Educator

Here to help :)

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