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Refocus Your Spotlight: A Mindful Reset for Work
Hey there, welcome to Mindful at Work. I'm so glad you've carved out this moment for yourself today. I know mornings can feel overwhelming - especially right now in mid-July when summer projects are ramping up and everyone seems to want something from you.
Let's take a breath together and create some spaciousness. Wherever you are - whether at your desk, in your car, or finding a quiet corner - settle into your body. Feel your feet connected to the ground, like roots anchoring a tree. Your breath is your first ally in creating calm and focus.
Gently close your eyes if that feels comfortable. Breathe in slowly, allowing your lungs to expand fully, then release. Imagine each inhale bringing fresh energy, each exhale releasing tension. Notice how your body naturally wants to find balance, just like a river finding its natural course.
Today, I want to introduce you to what I call the "Reset and Refocus" technique. Think of your attention as a spotlight - right now, it might feel scattered, jumping between tasks and notifications. We're going to practice intentionally directing that spotlight.
Bring awareness to your breath. When a work-related thought emerges - maybe a deadline, an email you need to send - don't fight it. Simply acknowledge it like a passing cloud. See the thought, then gently return to your breath. This isn't about eliminating thoughts, but about not getting tangled in them.
Imagine your mind as a clear, still lake. Thoughts are ripples across its surface. You can observe those ripples without getting pulled into their current. Each time you return to your breath, you're practicing radical presence.
Take three deep breaths now. Inhale possibility. Exhale distraction. Inhale clarity. Exhale overwhelm. Inhale focus. Exhale tension.
As you prepare to return to your day, carry this sense of spaciousness with you. Your productivity isn't about doing more, but about being more intentional. Place your hand on your heart and remind yourself: I am capable, I am present, I am enough.
Thank you for practicing with me today. If this resonated, please subscribe and share Mindful at Work with someone who might need a moment of calm. Until next time, breathe easy.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
Published on 5 months ago