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The One Sentence You Need Each Day to Set Your Intention
The One Sentence You Need Each Day to Set Your Intention

There are few pursuits more important than living an intentional life. Indeed, it is the value of our commitment that determines the direction of our lives. Here are six pointers on how to choose and set a daily intention that can help to center our energies on pursuits of lasting value.

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1-Minute Mindfulness Exercises
1-Minute Mindfulness Exercises

Interested in doing mindfulness meditation but don’t think you have the time? Below are 9 mindfulness exercises you can do in a minute or under.

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Why It Is So Hard To Change - The Neuroscience Made Simple
Why It Is So Hard To Change - The Neuroscience Made Simple

Why is it so hard to change our behaviour, beliefs or thought patterns in a sustainable way?

Here is the explanation from a (simplified) neuroscientific perspective.

It shows why change is difficult - but it is not impossible. It shows why we should stop beating ourselves up every time we don’t maintain change. And the good news is that once we understand WHY change is hard, we can go about tackling making changes that are actually going to stick.

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Eye Yoga For Tired Eyes That Stare At Screens All Day Long
Eye Yoga For Tired Eyes That Stare At Screens All Day Long

It’s a new trend but it’s as old as the hills. Eye strain is related to stress, so practicing eye yoga may work in two ways: by actually stimulating and strengthening the muscles that move the eye, and by bringing down stress levels and helping us to remain centered and focused. A simple and effective practice for those of us that spend hours each day staring at screens.

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Two Simple Mindfulness Exercises: S.T.O.P. and R.A.I.N.
Two Simple Mindfulness Exercises: S.T.O.P. and R.A.I.N.

Mindfulness — paying attention to the present moment in an accepting, nonjudgmental way — is a simple practice available to all. Research has shown it is also a reliable method for reducing stress, including at work. Here are two of my favourite mindfulness exercises: simple but powerful.

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Mindfulness, Employee Wellness, Mental HealthNicci Cloete Annettemetta365mindfulness, corporate coaching, executive coaching, stress relief, productivity, entrepreneurs, leaders, exercise, movement, mindfulmovement, yoga, mental health, employee wellness, employee wellbeing, depression, anxiety, EAP, wellness, resilience, remote working, working from home, pivot, burnout, breathwork, pranayama, noradrenaline, mindfulness meditationComment