Mindfulvedana

As autumn settles in, I’m reminded that nature never hurries, yet everything gets done. The trees release what no longer serves them. The air cools, inviting stillness. The pace naturally slows. And in that slowing, there is wisdom. In the corporate world, however, “slowing down” often feels like failure. We’re taught to push harder, move faster, and fill every moment with activity. But as a Mindfulness Coach and former management consultant, I’ve seen firsthand how constant acceleration can quietly erode focus, creativity, and wellbeing, not just for individuals, but across entire organizations. After years in fast-paced environments, I learned that rest is not a reward, it’s a requirement for sustainable performance. The most effective leaders and teams are not the ones who never stop, but the ones who know when to pause, what to release, and how to create space for renewal. Just as trees let go of their leaves to prepare for new growth, we too can benefit from asking ourselves: -Wha...

Our emotions often surface unexpectedly due to the stressful lives we lead and overwhelmed and dysregulated nervous systems, leading to regrettable reactions that can impact our relationships and professional endeavors. Understanding our emotions allows us to operate from a place of awareness that enables us to self regulate when emotions arise and consequently we become less reactive when triggered. Let us explore together one of the most powerful and complex emotions we experience: anger! Anger is a fundamental human emotion, often perceived negatively. However, it serves a crucial purpose: it signals when our boundaries are violated or when we face injustice. Recognizing anger as a valid response allows us to explore its underlying causes rather than merely suppressing or reacting to it. Understanding and unpacking our anger can provide clarity and facilitate personal growth and an elevated sense of emotional awareness and intelligence. Using mindfulness, deep reflection and tools s...

  Nowadays, wellbeing has become a buzzword, often found at the top of corporate agendas. Yet, as organizations scramble to implement wellness programs, the risk of practicing wellbeing on autopilot looms large. Rushing through wellbeing practices can undermine their intended benefits, leading to a superficial approach that fails to cultivate genuine wellness among employees. Many corporate wellbeing programs have devolved into a checklist mentality offerings, where short workshops and brief sessions are offered merely to tick " wellbeing and mental health offered" boxes. This hurried approach can lead to employees feeling overwhelmed rather than supported. When wellbeing initiatives are crammed into 30-minute sessions or rushed workshops, the depth and quality of learning are sacrificed. The result? Employees may find themselves participating in wellbeing activities without truly engaging or understanding their significance. This superficial engagement can foster a sense of ...

When we are stressed or anxious, our sympathetic nervous system is activated, also known as the "fight or flight" response which causes an increase in heart rate, shallow breathing, and tense muscles. Staying in that state for prolonged periods of time may be detrimental to your health as it can lead to sever alignments in the body. Breathwork is a powerful tool that can help regulate the nervous system and manage stress levels. By simply changing the pattern of our breathing we can directly affect our nervous system and go into a state of relaxation. Here are some of the benefits of practicing daily breathwork: 1. Activating the Parasympathetic Nervous System: The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's rest and digest response, which promotes relaxation and counteracts the stress response. Deep, slow breathing techniques, such as diaphragmatic breathing or box breathing, stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system, triggering a relaxation response....

  In today's fast-paced and high-pressure world, the concept of positivity has become something of a buzzword. From motivational quotes plastered across social media to self-help books promising the key to achieving happiness. There seems to be a general consensus that positivity is the ultimate goal. While cultivating a positive mindset can indeed have numerous benefits for mental health and overall well-being, an over focusing on positivity can actually do more harm than good and become what we call “toxic positivity. Toxic positivity refers to the belief that one should maintain a positive outlook and attitude at all times, no matter what challenges or struggles they may be facing, including adversity or difficult situations. While positive thinking can often be helpful and empowering, toxic positivity takes it to an extreme. It discourages individuals from acknowledging their negative emotions or seeking help when needed, instead encouraging them to simply "think positive...

Both EQ and mindfulness are profound concepts that have gained significant attention in the fields of psychology, personal development, and workplace dynamics. While they are distinct practices, they share an interdependent relationship. Let’s explore the intersection of emotional intelligence and mindfulness by first defining both concepts.