7 Ways To Find Happiness at Work Set An Intention. Before you start a project, meeting, or conversation, ask yourself: “What is my intention? What do I most want to see happen from this?” Notice Your Tension. Notice how you’re holding something in your hand, such as a pen or cup. Are you holding on tightly? Sometimes, we hold onto things so tightly that it exacerbates our tension without us realizing it. Exhale It Out. Many of us suffer from “Email Apnea.” Simply put, it means we hold our breath as we’re checking & writing email like a bomb is about to go off. Focus on creating a rhythm of calm & steady breaths. Practice Kindness. Perform a simple act of kindness every day: Hold an elevator door, thank someone sincerely, or listen to someone mindfully without distractions. Observe Your Feelings. If you’re feeling irritated toward a co-worker, pay attention to your irritation and not the story of WHY you’re irritated. What does the feeling actually feel like in your body? Where do you feel it? Identifying and feeling irritation as it starts prevents you from taking an action you might later regret. Help Someone. As Aung San Suu Kyi says, “If you’re feeling helpless, help someone.” Recognize Others. Think about the people who make your job possible, such as a housekeeper, building staff or fundraiser – and thank them. (Yes, as a former fundraiser I think this is especially important!)
Posted on: Sun, 16 Mar 2014 08:15:19 +0000
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