Stress
It is only when stress builds up in our lives and we don’t or won’t alter our ways of thinking that it can cause damage. The tension starts to build up in our bodies and negative thoughts creep in, we begin to feel below par both mentally and physically.
It is estimated that we each have over 65,000 thoughts everyday. That’s 65,000 opportunities to influence ourselves and the world we live in in a positive way.
In these uncertain times it is important that we take time out of our busy schedules to relax. In order to free our minds of obstacles we need to know how to relax it.
Relax the mind
You don’t need to lie on a couch with your eyes closed to be able to relax the mind. You do however, need to pay attention to the here and now and not allow your thoughts to wander off. This does take practice. You may be surprised at how frequently you find your mind ‘drifting’ into other thoughts. Concentration is about giving our undivided attention to the present moment.
Slow your breathing
Pay attention to your breathing pattern, take a long, slow easy breath in, hold it for a few seconds, then a long, slow, easy breath out. This will start to slow your heat rate and aid concentration.
Balance
Find your centre of balance, it is usually in the abdomen, feel the weight from your head and shoulders and your breathing, which is now paced and slow, move down to your abdomen. Shift your concentration to this area until you feel centred.
We need to help ourselves through the daily challenges and take care of our health if we are to prosper in business.
Carole Davidson is a business coach & mentor who supports managers in achieving their business goals.
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