This weeks episode builds off a recent episode (https://youtu.be/X7OGbqQAmzk) where we covered the topic of “Maintaining Your Well-Being as a Leader”. In that episode we talked about Self Care as one of the topics AND that caused a lot of questions…so no time like the present.
What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the ability to be fully present in full awareness of our surrounding, what we are doing and what is happening around us. Some people get there by meditation, others through walks in the wilderness and some by taking a break to just sit somewhere quietly.
The benefits of mindfulness include, reduced stress, reduced anxiety and improved mental health. All things that when kept in check will differentiate a boss or manager from a great leader. Once you are comfortable having large blocks of time dedicated to mindfulness, you can really look at your situation with a new lens and problem solve in ways you could never imagine.
So how do you practically make this focused time happen? Plan for it. Block time on your calendar, every day to just be with yourself disconnected from the world. Start small, 5 mins, then after a couple weeks go to 10 mins, then up it two weeks later…with the goal of getting to an hour a day of quiet time, alone with your thoughts.
I hope this was helpful! Thanks for being here! Take care!
