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#113 | Workplace Challenges: A Micro-Meditation for Handling Difficult Colleagues

Episode 113 of the Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom podcast, hosted by Michael OBrien | Mindfulness & Resilience Coach, titled "#113 | Workplace Challenges: A Micro-Meditation for Handling Difficult Colleagues" was published on February 2, 2024 and runs 8 minutes.

February 2, 2024 ·8m · Whole Again: Mindfulness and Resilience Through Kintsugi Wisdom

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Sometimes, the work we get to do is great, but our colleagues make it difficult. This week, Michael shares a short meditation practice to help us deal with a colleague who knows how to press all our buttons. Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how it can change our relationship with stress, improve our sleep, and infuse mindfulness into our everyday moments. And remember, our invitation extends beyond this episode – our app, Pause, Breathe, Reflect, offers additional practices like the one shared today, and you can always join our live practices throughout the week. Now, you can "Pay What You Can" for your first year. Yes, for as little as $1, you can become a member of our like-hearted community. You can find the Pause Breathe Reflect app in Apple's App Store or over at Google Play. Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reflect with us as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and mindful living. And as we prepare for the weekend ahead, may we all create ripples of positivity and meaning in the world. Stay tuned for another inspiring story of connection on Tuesday's episode of the Kintsugi Podcast. And be sure to check out our Pause Breathe Reflect gear at www.pausebreathereflect.com

Sometimes, the work we get to do is great, but our colleagues make it difficult. This week, I share a short meditation practice to help us deal with a colleague who knows how to press all our buttons.

Join us as we explore the power of mindset and learn how it can change our relationship with stress, improve our sleep, and infuse mindfulness into our everyday moments. And remember, our invitation extends beyond this episode – our app, Pause, Breathe, Reflect, offers additional practices like the one shared today, and you can always join our live practices throughout the week.

Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reflect with us as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and mindful living. And as we prepare for the weekend ahead, may we all create ripples of positivity and meaning in the world. Stay tuned for another inspiring story of connection on Tuesday's episode of the Kintsugi Podcast.

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