Taking a break from your busy schedule has always been welcomed advice for any business owner. Clearing your mind by going for a walk, run, or a quick trip to your favorite lunch spot with your Kindle in tow are all great ways to unwind outside the office. But more and more professionals are turning to meditation for that much-needed break. In fact, over 18 million professionals meditate daily. The benefits of clearing your mind through meditation are vast, and even the most successful business owner swear by the practice. Arianna Huffington, Rupert Murdoch, and Russell Simmons all meditate on a daily basis. Below, we've outlined a few of the reasons you should consider adding meditation into your daily routine.
Stress Relief
This may be the most beneficial part of meditation. In our fast paced, ever-changing world, it's easy to get - and stay - stressed out. Professionals who use meditation to clear their minds find that it offers them a much needed respite from the stress of the day. As a business owner with a to-do list a mile long and a company of employees who look to you as their leader, it can be difficult to take time to cope with stress. A daily meditation practice will help clear your mind and prepare you to work more efficiently then ever.
Finding Focus
Meditating is also known to help professionals focus more throughout their day, allowing for a sharp and clear mind that isn't easily distracted.
A Better Night's Sleep
If the stress of your day makes it difficult for you to sleep peacefully, you're not alone. By adding a meditation practice into your day, the ability to relax will come more naturally, and you'll find yourself achieving a better night's sleep. In fact, according to one study, mindfulness meditation was found to help fight insomnia and improve sleep in busy working adults.
Increased Happiness
One of the best benefits of meditation? Increased happiness! Those who meditate have been known to be happier overall in life - in their personal lives, in relationships, and at work.
Where to start?
There are many great apps that will help you begin your meditation practice, like Headspace and Calm. Also, a quick google search for mediation classes in your area is sure to bring up a variety of local programs that will help guide your practice.
