Why yoga could help you thrive at work, by Annie Daly
http://nypost.com/2014/07/27/why-yoga-could-help-you-thrive-at-work/
- philosophical lessons you learn in yoga -- mindfulness, focus, balance -- are applicable in the workplace, too
- If your boss hands you a tough assignment, and you don't think you can do it, you're better able to stick with it because doing yoga as trained your subconscious to be more patient over time
- there's evidence that practice yoga on the job helps you relax at the office
- practicing physical yoga doesn't make you feel calmer right away - it helps you shift your way of thinking over time
- clarity helps you realize you're in control of your reactions
- practicing yoga and meditation helps you realize you have control over the stressors in your environment
- when you feel relaxed at work you are more productive
Could I fit yoga into my work day?