Why practice mindfulness at work?

Why practice mindfulness at work?

With some of the world’s largest businesses encouraging their staff to practice mindfulness, it seems our workplaces are beginning to appreciate that happy minds make for happy businesses.

But what does mindfulness actually mean? And how can you add it into your routine, to support your work, and equally support your life? Find out in this guide.

Burnout recognised by World Health Organisation

Burnout recognised by World Health Organisation

This week, the World Health Organisation (WHO) announced that it recognises burnout as a legitimate medical diagnosis.

This announcement has been a real breakthrough for the Calmer Team: burnout is one of the main focuses of our work, and it takes centre stage in our free e-course The Reignite Project.

Find out what the WHO defines occupational burnout as, and how it differentiates it from stress and other mental health disorders.

6 lessons we can learn from being vulnerable

6 lessons we can learn from being vulnerable

“Vulnerability is the core of shame and fear and our struggle for worthiness, but it appears that it's also the birthplace of joy, of creativity, of belonging, of love.” - Brené Brown, Research Professor in Social Work.

In today’s post, we explore the benefits of being vulnerable, as well as the ways you can start letting go of perfectionism, and start following a more contented, authentic path.

How to connect in a coworking environment

How to connect in a coworking environment

Joining a coworking space and not connecting with your fellow coworkers and teams is like buying an iPhone X and only using it for phone calls. It’s a waste of its full potential!

Have a read through this guide to learn how to best connect with other people in your coworking space, and how collaboration can bring some brilliant social and business benefits.

How will Brexit affect entrepreneurs and freelancers?

How will Brexit affect entrepreneurs and freelancers?

Brexit has created a feeling of uncertainty over the UK economy since the vote to leave the E.U. in June 2016.

For the self-employed, this lack of clarity only adds to the level of uncertainty in our day-to-day business activities.

In this guide, we’re hoping to dispel a few myths around the upcoming E.U. exit and what entrepreneurs and freelancers can expect.