About this episode

Julia Cartwright guides listeners through mindfulness techniques to find clarity amidst work-related stress.

Good morning, and welcome back to Mindful at Work. I'm Julia Cartwright, and I'm so glad you're here. You know, it's that time on a Sunday morning when the workweek is just peeking over the horizon, isn't it? Maybe you're already feeling that little flutter of anticipation, or maybe some of that familiar tension creeping into your shoulders. Whatever's showing up for you today, you're in exactly the right place. Let's settle in together for just a few minutes. Find yourself somewhere quiet, where you can sit comfortably without interruption. Your feet can be flat on the floor, or if you're sitting cross-legged, that's wonderful too. There's no perfect posture here, only your posture. Just let your spine lengthen naturally, as if someone's gently pulling a golden thread up through the crown of your head. That's it. Now, let's bring some awareness to your breath. No need to change it, manipulate it, or make it anything other than what it already is. Just notice. Is it shallow or deep? Fast or slow? Where do you feel it most? In your nostrils, your chest, your belly? Breathe in through your nose for a count of four, feeling that cool air arriving. Hold it for just a moment. Then…

People in this episode

Host: Julia Cartwright

Topics covered

• mindfulness
• work stress
• breathing techniques
• clarity
• productivity
• self-awareness

Keywords

• mindfulness
• breathing
• clarity
• work stress
• self-improvement
• productivity

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