Transition to Work (from home)
Daily Rhythm for Work Preparation
- Unplug: Turn off your work phone for 5 minutes. Dedicate this time to yourself with intention.
- Mindfulness: Focus on listening and noticing your surroundings. Breathe deeply, stretch gently, or move in some way.
- Set Intentions: Think about the qualities you want to embody as you enter your workspace—energy, attitudes, moods, and how you impact others.
- Re-engage: Turn on your work phone. Notice what you've missed and consider if it's more important than the time you invested in awareness and readiness.
- Carry On: Continue with your day, knowing the world needs you.
Guided Meditation
Listen to this 5-minute guided mindfulness meditation, perfect for when you're short on time but want to get into a mindful state. Even five minutes can produce major benefits. Enjoy!
This format emphasizes mindfulness tips and maintains a positive tone while being concise and easy to read.
Self-Reflective Questions:
- Awareness of Surroundings:
- During your technology-free time, what details did you notice in your environment that you might typically overlook?
- How did focusing on these details influence your sense of presence and readiness for the day?
- Embodied Qualities:
- Reflecting on the qualities you intend to embody, how do you envision these traits influencing your interactions with colleagues and the community?
- In what ways can these qualities enhance your effectiveness and well-being in your role?
- Technology and Presence:
- After resuming your use of technology, did you feel a difference in your engagement with your devices compared to your technology-free time?
- How can you balance the demands of technology with the need for mindful presence throughout your day?