So many of us are in a plethora of anxiety and trepidation as we face physically going back to the workplace during the wind-down of the pandemic. It is really important during this time to find the right mindset for your self and to admit that you are in fear as you are disorientated, groundless and need a plan. There are several good books out there to ensure we can stress less and keep mindfulness simple, but the truth is when the panic attacks hit in the moment, all of the learning goes out of the window. Visualisation is very powerful when you find yourself
stressing through over-analysing and worrying. Bring your energy into the here and now and sit for a few moments and go to the worst in your mind that could actually happen .. as you do this watch your breath jump up to your chest and you will see and feel the affects of shallow breathing. Breathe through this and place your left hand on in the middle of your chest and INHALE .. deeply breathe down to your stomach and EXHALE. DO AS MANY TIMES UNTIL YOU FEEL STEADY. Panic attacks occur when the oxygen levels in the bloodstream affect the brain.
Lightheadedness may occur so stand strong until you feel calm. Cognitive thinking is manageable by planning and visualising ourselves forwarded into the situation ahead, say next week, and then working backwards to our still-point to here and now to ensure we have all we need. What did you do, what did you forget to do? This technique requires self-parenting and as we become better at this a as mode of self care, we find our balance. Our place of stress diminishes as we learn to manager our inner 'triggers'. Going back is to go forwards is the mantra. Sit for a few moments and journal out both your worries, stress, and allow for other emotions to surface .. release and then list your action points to equip you for the next steps. Welcome back. Know you are safe. Find your routine and make a plan.
Workplace Mindfulness is an extension of your personal space. Keep your boundaries. Know your pressure points. Mindful Living, Doing and Being in the here and now.