The Transformative Power of Yoga and Meditation in Business w/ Shawn of Breathe & Work #81

In this episode, our guest shares an inspiring journey from corporate sales to embracing yoga and meditation, ultimately becoming a teacher and advocate for wellness in the business world. She discusses the profound impact of meditation on emotional regulation, the importance of leadership involvement in promoting workplace wellness, and the significant benefits of mindfulness for productivity and employee retention. Practical tips for integrating mindfulness breaks into daily routines and creating healthier work cultures are also highlighted.

Breathe and Work, PLLC was founded by Shawn to bring the powerful health benefits of yoga, meditation and mindfulness to the masses. Breathe and Work delivers corporate yoga classes, keynotes on mindfulness and rejuvenating yoga nidra meditation classes to businesses across the world.

Shawn is a registered, experienced 500 hour yoga teacher with Yoga Alliance, is a 200 hour meditation/mindfulness teacher and holds a Master’s in Science in Health Promotion with an emphasis in Workplace Wellness. Shawn loves giving engaging classes and keynotes on mindfulness, yoga and meditation. Her TedX speech, about her unexpected path to self-awareness, has received thousands of positive reviews.

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Website: https://www.joegarner.net/00:00 Introduction to Meditation Benefits01:31 Guest's Journey into Yoga and Meditation03:20 Overcoming Initial Resistance to Yoga05:29 Discovering Yoga Nidra and Its Impact07:50 Challenges with Sleep and Finding Solutions10:45 Bringing Mindfulness into the Corporate World15:18 Scientific Benefits of Mindfulness Practices19:27 Importance of Leadership in Wellness Programs22:00 Developing Emotional Agility Through Meditation34:13 Practical Tips for Incorporating Mindfulness40:21 Future of Mindfulness in Business43:10 Conclusion and Contact Information