Shirli Ling
A Mindful and Creative Entrepreneur's Guide to Success
In a world where the pace of life seems to be constantly accelerating, it can be difficult to find time to breathe, let alone be creative or entrepreneurial. But Shirli Ling, a successful entrepreneur and mindfulness practitioner, has found a way to do it all.
Ling is the founder of Mela, a mindful accessories brand that creates products to help people live more mindful and intentional lives. She is also the co-author of the book Mindful Decluttering. Ling's work has been featured in Forbes, The Huffington Post, and Mind Body Green.
In her book and her work with Mela, Ling shares her secrets for how to live a more mindful and creative life. She believes that mindfulness is the key to unlocking our creativity and innovation.
What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment, without judgment. It involves observing your thoughts, feelings, and sensations without getting caught up in them. Mindfulness can help us to reduce stress, improve our focus, and increase our creativity.
How can mindfulness help you be more creative?
Mindfulness can help you be more creative in several ways. First, it can help you to clear your mind and declutter your thoughts. This can make it easier to come up with new ideas and solutions to problems.
Second, mindfulness can help you to be more present and aware. This can help you to see the world around you in a new light and to notice things that you might otherwise have missed. This can be a source of inspiration for new ideas.
Third, mindfulness can help you to reduce stress and anxiety. This can create a more conducive environment for creativity. When you're stressed or anxious, it's difficult to think clearly and to come up with new ideas.
How can you practice mindfulness?
There are many ways to practice mindfulness. One simple way is to start by paying attention to your breath. Notice the rise and fall of your breath as you inhale and exhale. You can also try practicing mindfulness meditation. There are many different types of meditation, but one simple technique is to sit in a comfortable position and focus on your breath. If your mind wanders, gently bring it back to your breath.
Mindfulness is a skill that takes time to develop. But with regular practice, you can learn to be more mindful and to experience the benefits of mindfulness in all areas of your life.