Description
Book SynopsisThis book offers a practical and theoretical guide to the benefits of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in the workplace, describing the latest neuroscience research into the effects of mindfulness training and detailing an eight-week mindfulness training course.
- Provides techniques which allow people in organizations to listen more attentively, communicate more clearly, manage stress and foster strong relationships
- Includes a complete eight-week mindfulness training course, specifically customized for workplace settings, along with further reading and training resources
- Written by a mindfulness expert and leading corporate trainer
Trade Review“However, the general mindfulness applicability to therapy is highly welcomed and well written.” (British Journal of Mental Health and Nursing, 1 July 2012)
“. . . Simple exercises at the end of each chapter and numerous workplace examples make this it a fascinating, highly relevant read for any employee.” (The Psychologist, 1 May 2012)
"His book is a skilful weaving together of art, science and practice, presented with clarity, simplicity and warmth." (Mindful, 11 October 2011)
Table of ContentsForeword ix
Preface xiii
Introduction: The Business Case for Mindfulness Training 1
1 What Is Mindfulness? 13
2 What Is Mindfulness Practice? 31
3 Positive and Negative Stress: Up and Down the Yerkes–Dodson Curve 57
4 Approach and Avoidance: Learning New Ways to Be with What Is 73
5 Metacognition: Knowing Your Thoughts as Thoughts 89
6 Respond: Learning Not to React 101
7 Mindfulness and Emotional Intelligence: Positive Relationships at Work 111
8 Mindfulness for Leaders 127
9 Mindfulness in Coaching 145
10 Living Mindfully 157
11 Putting on an Eight-Week Mindfulness Course in a Workplace Setting 163
Appendix 1: Good Practice Guidance for Teaching Mindfulness-Based Courses 183
Appendix 2: Review of Significant Mindfulness Research 187
Appendix 3: Further Reading 191
Appendix 4: Further Training and Other Resources 193
Index 195
