Mindfulness Workshop:
Effectively Managing Stress at Work
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For further study
Summary of key benefits of mindfulness in ENG and FR - please see below for more extensive coverage of the science.
Examples of automated stress response related to physical body, emotions, behaviours, and thoughts.
SCARF model explained:
in ENG with sample threat/rewards activators (source: Carole Osterweil, A Leader’s Guide to Walking in the Fog)
in FR with full description (source: Quentin Marelier, HEC dissertation)
Mindful Moments ‘Aide-Mémoire’
If mindfulness is about being in the moment, it only takes a moment to practice.
Moment = a particle sufficient enough to tip the scales
Action Plan
Let us help you get started with a mindfulness or rest-based practice with the 4Cs of success: Consistent Practice, Commitment, Compassion and Community.
You will be invited to articulate your approach to each of these, be witnessed in your efforts and receive further accountability support (optional).
Suggested Articles/Media For Further Study
[Article] To Control Your Life, Control What You Pay Attention To (HBR) by Maura Thomas
[Article] The Science of Meditation by Hugh Delehanty (Mindful Magazine)
[Article] Workism is Making Americans Miserable by Derek Thompson (The Atlantic)
[Video] How to Make Stress Your Friend by Kelly McGonigal (TED Talk)
[Book] Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily Nagoski, Amelia Nagoski
Tools To Support Your Personal Practice
[Apps] Headspace, Calm.com, Insight Timer (multilingual), Liberate, Shine, Healthy Minds,
[Audio] 10-min Guided Meditations by Brain Spa
Other Tools That We Love
[Community] Caveday for Guided Work Flow Sprints (or try www.caveday.org/sprint)
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