Finding a healthy work-life balance is harder than ever. With technology and telecommuting increasing employee expectations, it can seem impossible to find a balance between work and the 'you time' that you need. One way to help yourself find a work-life balance that works for you is to engage in mindfulness practices.

What is Mindfulness?

Mindfulness refers to the practice of being aware of your presence in each moment, as well as being aware of your needs and desires. Many people think mindfulness refers to meditation; while meditation can certainly aid in mindfulness, many people's 'mindful' practices are simply hobbies they enjoy in their free time or quiet moments spent sitting outdoors.

How Can Mindfulness Help Create a Work-Life Balance?

Practicing mindfulness can help you keep a healthy work-life balance in many ways. Mindfulness helps you be better aware of stress, and managing stress is crucial to balancing your work and personal life. If you realize that you're feeling stressed and unproductive, you'll know that it's time to take a short walk or give yourself a mental break of another kind.

Mindful people also tend to be more organized and focused, and thus more productive. This is largely because mindfulness allows you to establish a schedule that works best for you. Many people use mindfulness to remain 'in the moment' and completely focused during work hours, then turn that part of their brain off during breaks or after work to give their minds a rest. Mental exhaustion, after all, is a common reason for decreases in productivity. Being mindful also helps you prioritize between what tasks are urgent and what you can take your time on.

This course is more than just a few lectures on mindfulness. We look at habits, how to change them and how to improve the ones you want to keep. You will learn the importance your brain plays in mindfulness and learn exercises you can use to train your brain to be more mindful. And much, much more.

Jump on board! It's a great journey!