• The Wandering Puppy: Cultivating Calm Amidst the Workday Whirlwind

  • Feb 11 2025
  • Length: 3 mins
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The Wandering Puppy: Cultivating Calm Amidst the Workday Whirlwind

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  • Hey there, and welcome to Mindful at Work. I'm so glad you've carved out this moment for yourself today. I know mornings can feel like a whirlwind - emails flooding in, notifications pinging, your to-do list growing faster than you can track. Today, I want to offer you a powerful reset button for your workday.

    Take a deep breath and settle into wherever you are right now. Feel your body making contact with your chair or floor. Let your shoulders soften, just a fraction. Notice how simply bringing attention to your posture can create a sense of spaciousness.

    Today, we're exploring what I call the "anchor technique" - a way to ground yourself when work feels overwhelming. Imagine your attention is like a curious, wandering puppy. It wants to dart everywhere - to that urgent email, that pending project, those swirling anxious thoughts. Our practice today is about gently, compassionately training that puppy to return to a steady, calm center.

    Close your eyes if that feels comfortable. Begin by taking three intentional breaths. Not forced or dramatic, but smooth and natural. With each inhale, imagine drawing in clarity. With each exhale, release unnecessary tension. Feel the subtle rhythm of your breath, like gentle waves washing across a shoreline.

    Now, bring your awareness to your breath as an anchor. When your mind starts planning or worrying - and it will - simply notice. Don't judge. Just gently guide your attention back to the sensation of breathing. It's like repeatedly, kindly calling that wandering puppy back home.

    As thoughts arise - and they will - see them like passing clouds. They don't require your constant engagement. You can acknowledge them and return to your breath. This isn't about eliminating thoughts, but about not getting swept away by them.

    As we complete our practice, take a moment to set an intention. How can you carry this sense of centered awareness into your next work task? Maybe it's approaching a challenging conversation with spaciousness, or tackling a complex project with calm focus.

    Thank you for practicing with me today. If this resonated, please subscribe and share Mindful at Work with someone who might need a moment of calm. Until next time, breathe easy and stay present.
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