Cultivating Mindfulness in the Workplace
Duration
45-60 minutes
About the Course
Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present, without judgment, in the moment. In the fast-paced workplace, it’s a superpower that can transform our well-being, safety, and productivity.
This presentation explores how to cultivate mindfulness using real-life examples and practical techniques. The eight pillars of mindfulness that we will delve into are non-judging, patience, beginner’s mind, trust, non-striving, acceptance, letting go, generosity/ gratitude.
Together we will discover how these pillars will provide us a way to gain insights into improving focus, stress reduction, and enhanced communication and safety in the workplace.
Facilitator
Blake Butcher
Blake began his work in the Auburn community as a personal trainer. Over the span of fifteen years, Blake and his wife helped build a community focused on wellness. For the past seven years, Blake has been working with Auburn University, establishing the Personal Training Program within the Recreation and Wellness Center. He also serves the student population as an instructor in the School of Kinesiology, where he focuses on connecting with students and meeting their needs. Blake has recently shifted gears to the Coordinator of Employee Wellness position. Now, his goal is to give back to the employees and identify gaps in their wellness journey.