Good Morning,
My current read is “Leadership Chronicles of a Corporate Sage: Five Keys to becoming a more effective leader” by Susan J. Bethanis, EdD. (http://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Chronicles-Corporate-Sage-Effective/dp/079318603X )
The book is laid out in an allegory format with the main characters being a leader being coached by a professional to help improve their ability to lead. That is, going from a super-worker to a super-visor.
One section which caught my attention was using breathing techniques to help keep you focused and on task during stressful times in your day. That is, when things get tense, take deep breaths to help calm your body and clear your mind. If you are in a meeting or a public place, you can do this through your nose slowly and quietly. Several deep breaths, you know, diaphragm moving breaths can really make a difference.
As you do this, notice the different feelings in your mind and body which become apparent. For example, when you get into a tense discussion and you not liking how it is going and you realize that a pain or pressure is growing in your forehead. Take a few moments and breath, and think about that breath going to your forehead.
Different situations in your day may cause different feelings around your body. As you become aware of these, you can better maintain control of your senses and remained focused during difficult times. For example, when a confrontational conversation occurs, I feel a warm tingling sensation over my face and shoulders. If ignored, I tend to get heated and angry. Now, when I realize this sensation, I stop and take a deep breath and acknowledge the feeling and stop myself from getting further heated. Using this technique I have stopped myself from getting into several arguments over the last week.
Just like you know how far you can push your body when working out or taking a walk or playing a sport, you can learn how your body reacts to different stressful situations and understand what is happening.
Take the time and get to know the messages your body is sending you in different situations and breath deeply to them. You will find yourself in more control and focused and all that stress that normally built up during these times may just vanish.
Enjoy!
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