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Even
if you enjoy working in a busy environment, sometimes even a little bit of
noise is too much of a distraction. The sound of ringing phones, the constant
thwack-thwack sound of typing on computer keyboards and the distant din of
conversations in the break room are about to send you through the roof. Your project
deadline is looming, but you doubt you will be able to accomplish anything at
all with all of this chaos going on around you. Help!
One
of the most useful techniques I have found to facilitate working in a chaotic
office environment is to simply convert the annoying external stimuli into a
form of white noise that will deepen your focus and sense of calm. As soon as
you enter a busy work environment and before
you start to feel overwhelmed, draw several slow, deep breaths through your
nose. Visualize, imagine, picture or pretend that you are inhaling the amount
and kind of energy you need to focus on and accomplish your task. When you exhale,
release the breath through your mouth. Focus on releasing any emotional frustration
and/or physical tension you may be carrying in your body. Give yourself the
following suggestion: “Every sound and everything I see around me is helping to
deepen my focus and concentration and
improve my attention to detail on what I am working on. I give myself
permission to take regular breaks in my work so I can continue to be creative
and energetic. The whole time, I am and will remain completely alert and aware
of everything that is going on in my environment so my colleagues and I can and
will continue to work safely and efficiently.”
Your
subconscious mind is most suggestible to you; therefore, it is important to use
positive words and positive energy when you craft this suggestion. Be sure to drink
plenty of water and eat meals and snacks that contain protein to sustain your
energy, stamina and focus at work. This technique is not designed to help you tune-out to aspects of your environment
but will enable you to continue to work well despite the environmental distractions
around you. Do not use this technique
while driving or operating heavy machinery.
Sara R. Fogan, C.Ht. is a certified hypnotherapist based in
Southern California. She graduated with honors from the
Hypnosis Motivation Institute in 2005. For more information about
Calminsense Hypnotherapy® and to set up an appointment, please visit http://www.calminsensehypnotherapy.com/.
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