Title: Mindfulness Practices For Stress Reduction And Enhanced Productivity
Authors: Denfrank, Chinyere Juliet and Prof. E. Amah
Volume: 8
Issue: 10
Pages: 91-100
Publication Date: 2024/10/28
Abstract:
In recent times, the use of mindfulness practices has reduced stress and enhanced productivity, which cannot be overemphasized. This study examined how mindfulness practices reduced stress and enhanced productivity. The objectives of the study were to examine how focused attention, open-monitoring meditation, and loving-kindness meditation reduce stress and improve productivity. As an exploratory study, it embraced a review of related literature and empirical studies on how mindfulness practices can be used to reduce stress and enhance productivity. The study found that focused attention reduces stress and improves productivity. Open-monitoring meditation also helps to reduce stress and improve productivity. Finally, loving-kindness meditation reduces stress and enhances productivity. Therefore, the study concludes that mindfulness practices reduce stress and enhance productivity. Thus, the study recommended that organizations should encourage employees to incorporate focused attention practices into their routine; consider setting aside dedicated time each day for meditation or mindfulness exercises. Organizations should encourage employees to practice open-monitoring, allowing their minds to wander freely, noticing each experience as it arises, and letting it go. This practice can help them develop a greater sense of awareness and acceptance, which can reduce stress and improve their ability to stay present and focused. Organizations should encourage employees to develop loving-kindness meditation and incorporate loving-kindness meditation into their routine by starting with themselves and gradually extending feelings of compassion and goodwill toward others.