1. Scan the room

Our body is constantly trying to communicate with us but the outside distractions are overwhelming and we have stopped listening to our bodies. A body scan is a hello from us to each part of the body and is a head-to-toe awareness of us by us.

We relearn to feel and connect with our bodies ...

• Scan your email occasionally to reassure yourself that nothing catastrophic is happening in your absence.
• Try some activities, maybe something new, so you can have so much fun you forget all work related stress.
• Turn off your phone and email notifications...

Constantly slowing down and paying more attention to your thoughts will help you notice self-criticism. Negative emotions such as doubt, guilt, shame, and worthlessness are often signs of self-criticism.

Once you are aware of the critical voice, you will be in a position to st...