You're facing stress and anxiety in late career. How can mindfulness help you manage it effectively?

Mais do que uma ferramenta, o mindfulness pode ser visto como um estilo de vida. A prática da aten??o plena desperta em nós a mente de principiante, essencial para vivermos cada momento como único, com abertura e curiosidade, aproveitando todas as oportunidades que o presente nos oferece. Essa atitude de viver o aqui e agora remove o peso do passado e a ansiedade pelo futuro, trazendo paz e equanimidade para essa experiência delicada.

Many spiritual schools on the history of humanity have developed some sort meditation, from deep prayer, to movement, to sitting observatly still. Each of the methods is composed of many parts. Taking one part out of context, may leads to confusion and more discomfort. Mindfulness is great to create a stable baseline from which to start insight meditation. Mindfulness by itself is not the whole story. Just like flower is essential for a cake but it is not the only ingredient.

Nature has all the qualities of mindfulness so whenever you are stressed, watch the nature and you will get the answer. Also know that if you take stress, you can be stressed about everything but if you be like water then know that a rock can block the water for sometime but it doesn't break the water. Water find it's way and keep.on flowing so be like water and find the flow in every situation, in your life.

Incorporating mindfulness into your daily routine might seem daunting, but it's all about small, consistent efforts. Begin with just a few minutes of meditation each day, focusing on your breath or a soothing mantra. As you become more comfortable, gradually increase the time. These simple steps can make a significant difference, helping you to center your thoughts, reduce stress, and enhance your overall well-being. Remember, mindfulness is a journey, not a destination. Each moment of practice is a step towards a calmer, more focused you. Start today and watch the transformation unfold.

Understand your WHY. It is your motivational factor to remind you when you don't feel like practicing. Create a habit, starting small - stack it with something for example "When I turn off the alarm clock, I sit on the bed and turn on the app" (if you are using an app which at the beginning is very helpful to bring back your attention to the breath or body as a chosen object of attention). Start with 5 minutes of observing the breath as it comes in and out of the body...notice how you feel before and after. Your mind likes rewards, so if there is a sense of peace, of awareness, you will want to repeat it. And REMEMBER, it is NOT about emptying your mind, it is about becoming aware and present to your moment to moment experience.

With awareness comes choice - this has been my key motivator for practicing and teaching mindfulness - coming out of the autopilot into conscious response. A game changer in your life if you want to give it a try. You learn to accept what is in order to have the energy to change what you can.

Mindfulness can be a powerful tool for managing stress and anxiety in late career by fostering a sense of presence and calm. Practicing mindfulness techniques, like deep breathing and meditation, helps to ground you in the present moment, reducing overwhelming thoughts about the future. It encourages self-awareness, enabling you to recognize and address stressors more effectively. Regular mindfulness practice also improves emotional resilience, allowing you to respond to challenges with greater clarity and composure. This holistic approach supports both mental and emotional well-being.