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Stress less, accomplish more by Emily Fletcher
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Achieve more with this fifteen-minute meditation programme.
In Stress Less, Accomplish More Emily Fletcher shares an ancient meditation technique designed for busy lives. The focus of the practice is stress relief, mental clarity and improved productivity, so it's perfect for the fast pace of modern life. This style of meditation was developed specifically for people with a lot of demands on their time – those with busy jobs, lives and families – and so it has been designed to work anywhere, anytime. All you need is somewhere to sit, a little training and a few minutes to yourself.
Throughout the book, Emily explains what meditation is, how you do it and the many exciting ways that it can change your life. Stress Less, Accomplish More destigmatises meditation for the average person, making it attractive, understandable and easy to implement for all. This book has a very simple message: do less – without the stress – and accomplish more.Emily Fletcher is a leading expert in meditation for high performance and has taught meditation to executives at global corporations like Google, Barclays and Viacom as well as busy parents, NBA players, Oscar winners, entrepreneurs and everyone in between.
Here are key lessons from Stress Less, Accomplish More by Emily Fletcher:
* Stress Reduces Productivity: Chronic stress impairs your ability to focus, think creatively, and make decisions. Reducing stress through meditation can lead to better mental clarity and efficiency.
* Meditation is Not About Stopping Thoughts: Meditation isn’t about emptying your mind but about learning to coexist with your thoughts without getting overwhelmed. Techniques like the Ziva Meditation method focus on effortlessness.
* The Ziva Meditation Method: The method integrates three parts: mindfulness (present moment awareness), meditation (deep rest), and manifesting (visualizing goals). Together, they help reduce stress and improve productivity.
* Stress Stays in Your Body: Unresolved stress can accumulate in your body, leading to physical and emotional issues. Regular meditation helps release this stored stress, improving overall well-being.
* Meditation Increases Energy: Deep rest during meditation replenishes energy levels, allowing you to perform better throughout the day. A 15-minute meditation session can provide rest equivalent to hours of sleep.
* Focus on Being, Not Just Doing: Balancing “being” (resting, reflecting, and connecting with yourself) with “doing” (actions and tasks) leads to a more sustainable and fulfilling life.
* Meditation is a Productivity Booster: By reducing stress and increasing focus, meditation allows you to accomplish more in less time. It helps you work smarter, not harder.
* Meditation Enhances Relationships: A calm mind and reduced stress levels make it easier to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and nurture meaningful connections with others.
* Consistency is Key: Like any other practice, the benefits of meditation grow with regularity. Even a few minutes of daily practice can lead to significant changes over time.
* You Can Meditate Anywhere: Meditation doesn’t require a special setup or long sessions. You can practice it anywhere, making it accessible even in busy schedules.
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