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- 1. Mindfulness in the Workplace Kristen Shader, M.Ed./Ed.S., NCC Alcohol and Other Drug Case Manager/Clinician UF Counseling and Wellness Center Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern http://www.virtuelle.co.uk/single-post/2016/03/21/Mindfulness-in-the-workplace
- 2. What is Mindfulness? Activity: Try it Out! The Benefits of Mindfulness at Work Ways to Incorporate Mindfulness into Your Workplace Resources to Learn More What to Expect: http://www.goodnet.org/articles/three-benefits-to-mindfulness-at-work
- 3. My Background Mental Health Counseling– College Students Learn Positive Coping Habits Teaching: Mindful Living Personal Application – Self Care for Stress Kristen Shader
- 4. What is Mindfulness? Awareness of Present Moment Thoughts, Emotions, 5 Senses Ex. “Inner Roommate” (Singer, 2007) 2 parts: Awareness + Acceptance Allows for CHOICE, not automatic reaction http://mindfulnessni.org/what-is-mindfulness/
- 5. Why Mindfulness is a Superpower
- 6. Now, You Can Try! 3 Part Breathing Exercise Body Scan Meditation
- 7. Why is Mindfulness Important? Corporate Level http://www.kundaliniyogaboston.com/yoga-at-work/ Individual Level
- 8. Stress Affects Your Company Stress costs American companies an estimated $200 billion to $300 billion in lost productivity each year. (Encyclopedia of Business, 2nd Ed.) U.S. employers spend 200 to 300 percent more for the indirect costs of health care than they do on actual health care payments: Absenteeism Sick Days Lower Productivity http://www.mindful.org/mindfulness-work-and-you/
- 9. CDC estimates 75 percent of all health care spending is on preventable chronic illnesses (CDC, 2009). Estimated Two-thirds of visits to the doctor’s office are for stress-related conditions. (American Academy of Family Physicians) 72% of Americans report experiencing physical symptoms of stress. (American Psychological Association, 2014; Cohen, Janicki-Deverts, 2012; Porter, Teisberg, & Wallace, 2008; ) http://homefitnessguru.net/health/4-ways-to-reduce-stress-at-work/
- 11. Increased: Job Satisfaction Overall Mental Health (Decreased Anxiety & Depression Symptoms) Ability to Perceive Experiences Objectively Emotional Self-Control Sale Performance Decreased: Multi-tasking Rumination Burn Out Benefits of Mindfulness in the Workplace (Davidson et al., 2003; Farb et al., 2010; Hülsheger, Alberts, Feinholdt, & Lang, 2013; Hyland, Lee, & Mills, 2015; McCraty, 2003; Orzech, Shapiro, Brown, & McKay, 2009; Roeser et al., 2013) http://www.mindfulness4all.co.uk/mindfulness-in-the-workplace/mindfulness-in-the-workplace-training- programmes
- 12. College Students: Work-life balance predominant concern Shows Care and Concern for Employee Wellbeing Mission that Matters- Team Self-Selecting Applicants & Self-Care Recruiting Benefits http://www.gowiththeflowyoga.co.uk/corporate/
- 13. Individual Benefits Increase Problem-Solving Skills, Confidence, and Acceptance of Criticism Improve Memory, Focus, & Attention Skills (Zeidan, Johnson, Diamond, David, & Goolkasian, 2010; Moore, Gruber, Derose, & Malinowski, 2012) Reduce Anger and Hostility (Samuelson, Carmody, Kabat-Zinn, & Bratt, 2007) Increase Self-Compassion (Birnie, Speca, & Carlson, 2010) Boost Immune System & Prevent Stress-Eating (Alberts, Thewissen, & Raes, 2012; Davidson et al., 2003) http://www.stressinstitute.com/?post=mindfully-reduce-work- stress
- 15. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/12/mindfulness-at-work_0_n_4940788.html; http://positiveforce.com.au/; http://theworkplaceyogi.com/mindfulness/; http://www.huffingtonpost.com/marilyn-tam/how-to-be-happy-at-work_b_3648000.html; http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/03/12/mindfulness-at-work_0_n_4940788.html
- 16. The Bottom Line Mindfulness Can Save Your Company Money and Resources …And Help Create a Happier, Healthier, More Content Team
- 17. Companies Embracing Mindfulness Adobe Aetna AOL Time Warner Apple Facebook General Mills Google HBO Hubspot McKinsey & Company Nike Prentice Hall Procter & Gamble Yahoo
- 18. Aetna CEO: Mark Bertolini & Duke University Free Yoga and Meditation Classes- 13,000 participated (25% of 50,000 employees) 12 Week Yoga-Based Program Results: 28% reduction stress 20% improvement sleep quality 19% reduction in pain 62 minute increase productivity each week/employee Estimated $3,000/year savings PER EMPLOYEE ($150,000,000) 3x stock increase 2010-2015
- 19. Google: Search Inside Yourself Contemplative Training Program (Favorite class out of 500+) Chade-Meng Tan Goal: Help employees related better to self and others 7 weeks (or 2.5 day intensive retreat) 6 month wait list 3 Parts: Attention Training Self-Knowledge Development Creating Mental Habits Employee-Reported Results: Calmer, more patient, better able to listen, handle stress easier Read more: http://www.nytimes.com/2012/04/29/technology/google-course-asks- employees-to-take-a-deep-breath.html?pagewanted=2&_r=2 “We need an expert. That expert is you. This class is to help you discover what you already know.”
- 20. Examples of Mindfulness in the Workplace Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong Classes Designated Quiet Space Group Guided or Silent Meditation Creative Supplies/Activities Encouraging Time Spent Outside Connection Between Employees- Meaningful Conversations Starting Meetings with Mindfulness Activity/Meditation Meeting “Check In” Questions: (Ex. “How present are you right now on a scale of 1-10?”) Guest Lecturer/Mindfulness Speaker http://mindfulnessforwellbeing.com.au/programs/mindfulnessatwork/
- 21. Brainstorm How can you incorporate mindfulness into your work environment? http://www.mindskin.com/796/Plot-twist-Waldo- finds-himself
- 22. Workplace Resources Online Resources: Bringing Mindfulness to the Workplace by Schaufenbuel (Online PDF) http://www.kenan- flagler.unc.edu/~/media/Files/documents/executive-development/unc-white-paper-bringing-mindfulness-to-the- workplace_final.pdf Stress Management and Mindfulness in the Workplace: American Management Association. http://www.amajapan.co.jp/j/pdf/HRI_Mindfulness.pdf Books & Blogs: Williams, Ray: Eye of the Storm: How Mindful Leaders Can Transform Chaotic Workplaces. Tan, Chade-Meng: Search Inside Yourself: The Unexpected Path to Achieving Success, Happiness (and World Peace) http://www.huffingtonpost.com/arianna-huffington/corporate-wellness_b_2903222.html Trainings: Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) : Gainesville, FL http://nancylasseter.com/schedule.html Corporate Training: http://www.mindfulnessprograms.com/corporate-program.php
- 23. Personal Resources Magazines: Mindful Lion’s Roar Books: • Brach, Tara: Radical Acceptance • Chodron, Pema: When Things Fall Apart • Kabat-Zinn, Jon: Wherever You Go, There You Are & Full Catastrophe Living • Singer, Michael: The Untethered Soul • Tolle, Eckhart: The Power of NOW Questions? Email me at Kris1022@ufl.edu Apps: Insight Timer Calm
Editor's Notes
- Present Moment- (Purpose: To Awaken) Thoughts, Feelings, Body, Physical World around (see, smell, touch, taste, smell) Inner Roommate: Shower – constantly in head/mind