JMJ practices what is known as a check-in at the start of a meeting. This is the act of inviting another to share and to clear what’s on their mind, so that they might be present for the discussion.
Living and working in uncharted and uncertain times has heightened anxiety levels and brought worrisome stories about the future. Fears, concerns, worries and frets abound. The list takes shape in a myriad of ways from loss of job to loss of health. Conversations with friends and family draw us into other patterns of thought. Our brains become overloaded with the maybes, the what could bes and the what ifs.
These varying emotions take us out of the moment and into a future that has yet to be written. We’re left detached and often isolated from others. Being in the present feels truly out of reach.
Being present requires being in the here and now. It can manifest itself as being mindful. It can be a moment of reflection, being with another person, noticing the sun, the grass or even the walls of your room. There are no other distractions, except the experience of the present.
Acknowledging the here and the now creates room for yourself to simply “be.” It is a call for peace and what follows is a “spark.”
Being present opens an invitation to be in relationship – to yourself, to others and to the current circumstances. Relationship offers a space for others to speak, to share and even opens the door to the possibilities of a brighter, envisioned future.
To be in relationship to another requires knowing yourself. No stuff. No distractions. No concerns about what could become. Not an easy task.
What things allow you to get present? Perhaps it’s meditation, gardening, yoga, running or baking? For some, it’s just a glance at the sky and the clouds. Anything that will quiet your mind and settle its chatter.
JMJ practices what is known as a check-in at the start of a meeting. This is the act of inviting another to share and to clear what’s on their mind, so that they might be present for the discussion. This practice not only builds relationship, but also offers a space to “let go” to be productive and engaged in the moment.
Why not be in the present now? If you seek the peace of the present, below is a short practice you might employ:
Hopefully you found calm in the moment. Connection, care, a clearing. It’s a magical moment of renewal and a beautiful thing to watch from within, much like art.
JMJ works with clients around the world, transforming cultures to unlock human performance.
Contact us today to learn how we can help your organization or project transform, creating a thriving culture and business.
For over three decades, JMJ has been delivering impactful cultural change to help executives, leaders and front-line workers transform safety, sustainability, and business performance. We combine the deep experience of our people with our proprietary Transformation Cloud platform to deliver breakthrough results, making the impossible possible. www.jmj.com
Have questions or want more information? Contact us