Does being mindful mean sacrificing our productivity and momentum?
What happens when we choose the ‘Zen’ approach to work and life?
Do we get docile and passive, and unproductive?
What happens when we emphasise being mindful, more conscious and present (all of which are the same thing, by the way)?
Does it mean we need to forego our ability to be productive and to get ahead?
I have thought this to be true.
Trapped in the prison of overthinking, I’ve been searching for something more fulfilling and joyful for a long time.
The answer to much of my stress, anxiety and disharmony very clearly lay for me in Eastern philosophy, mindfulness and other teachings that emphasised the power of presence.
But this whole ‘being present’ thing. Surely that meant I had to sacrifice any forward momentum?
I’m an ambitious fellow. I want to achieve. I want to build things and create an empire.
Wasn’t ‘mindful living’ code word for passive, rather limp living that didn’t get you anywhere?
It turns out this isn’t true at all.
That isn’t to say I’ve finally found enlightenment and live the monk’s life while being super-productive at all hours.
