Here's how you can integrate mindfulness practices into your daily routine for better work-life balance.

However you start your day sets the tone for what the rest of it will look like; you dont want to start it in chaos. A good day starts from the night before, ensure you go to bed early enough so you can get enough sleep. I usually map out my to do list a night before so once I'm up I'm not thinking about what I need to do, I just get to work immediately; that is of course after my prayers and meditation.

Be in the moment on your commute to work; now is not the time to check those emails. Look around and actually take cognizance of the world around you on your way to work; it will help clear your mind

Work in batches; you can give yourself a five minutes pause for every thirty minutes of work you do; this will help you have something to look forward to and keep you laser focused when the pause is over.

When it is time to have lunch, by all means stay away from your phone. Don't even think of working while you eat; the key to everything is being in the moment and fully present so you can get the best your workday

To ensure peak performance and mental well-being, establish a structured evening routine that effectively transitions you from work mode to relaxation. Implement activities that clearly signal the end of the workday, fostering a healthy separation between professional and personal time. Engage in journaling, reading, or practicing gentle yoga to unwind. These activities help your mind and body shift gears, reducing stress and promoting a state of calm. This deliberate transition is essential for maintaining mental health. By prioritizing this evening routine, you ensure ample time to recharge, preparing yourself for the challenges of the next day with renewed energy and focus.

Create rituals to transition between work and personal life. This could involve a brief meditation, journaling about your day, or a mindful walk to unwind and shift your focus.

Morning routine and meditation and mindful eating is all fine. What I would say is take things as they are, don't exaggerate or understate their intensity. There's already so much to think and worry about, it would be counterproductive to always worry about how worried you are, or stress over being mindful about a 100 different things. Don't make things more complex than they are. Stay simple. Do the simple things right- Don't procrastinate, don't think about the 10 other tasks you have while working on the one at hand, and once you shut that laptop, let it remain shut. Now, do whatever it is that you like doing with total involvement. Don't let your work bleed into the rest of your life. Take it easy, don't overcomplicate.