Exercises to help practice mindfulness while working remotely

Many of us are still working remotely and may only go back to the office occasionally in the future. The lack of boundaries between work and office, and removal of social connections can sap energy and fuel burnout. To help prevent that, we can cultivate mindfulness even in our online work.

Here are some exercises to help you be mindful while working from home:

Pause and notice where your mind is. You don’t have to retreat to a spa or a mountain to reconnect with yourself. Just stop where you are and be conscious of where your head is at. Pay attention to your breath, relax your body, and observe your surroundings. This is a great thing to do prior to your online meetings, or even during long ones if you find your mind has wandered. These momentary connections with your physical senses…