An increasing number of working people at all levels are turning to spirituality to find answers, comfort and meaning in their careers, jobs and work. Concerns about the economy, job losses and job stress appear in the media - and in private conversations at home and at work. One-Minute Meditations at Work brings a new spiritual awareness into the workplace, while raising the consciousness and confidence of people at work, their organizations and the economy. The result is a more purposeful and fulfilling working life with less stress and more success - for anyone. In a convenient format, One-Minute Meditations at Work provides daily spiritual and inspirational messages for working people of all faiths. Each three-minute reading focuses on a motivating word for the day, plus a supporting affirmation, a meaningful meditation and a relevant quotation by someone from history, the arts, sports, government, business and others. The book reflects the author's direct experience as a successful corporate executive, a productive worker, and the leader of a global non-denominational spiritual movement. He has personally written and used these meditations for years as a foundation for inspiration in his own daily work. Tranquility of thoughts and stillness of spirit during times of work are priceless gifts for readers of this inspirational book. You can start reading today because One-Minute Meditations at Work is timeless - the meditations are uplifting every day of every year.
One-Minute Meditations at Work
365 Days of Inspiration on the JobBy Tom ZenderBALBOA PRESS
Copyright © 2011 Tom Zender
All right reserved.ISBN: 978-1-4525-4140-2Contents
Foreword.................................viiEndorsements.............................ixAbout You and Work.......................xiAbout the Book...........................xiiiAbout the Author.........................xvAbout Spirit.............................xvii1. January...............................12. February..............................193. March.................................354. April.................................535. May...................................716. June..................................897. July..................................1078. August................................1259. September.............................14310. October..............................16111. November.............................17912. December.............................197Index of Meditations.....................215
Chapter One
January 1 – Abundance I now accept an infinite supply of good into my work.
Do I think that prosperity is my paycheck, bank account, or mutual fund? I might be limiting my true abundance if that is my thinking. Prosperity, wealth and affluence go well beyond money, and can include a loving family and other relationships, good health and the beauty of nature.
The real source of my prosperity is Spirit, always providing me with divine ideas for my work. There is an infinite supply of new ideas for increasing abundance in all areas of my work. Sometimes just by grace I receive a surprise material gift. At other times, receive the inspiration and energy to work on the gift of a creative idea.
My work provides a wealth of good in all of its forms for others and for me.
"In God We Trust." – United States Currency
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January 2 – Faith
I have faith in the best outcomes of my work and my life.
Where do I place my faith – in other employees, our products and services, or management? These are all valid, and yet there is an even higher level in which to place my trust.
Creative Spirit is the only true power in my universe and in my life. When I have faith in this infinite source of good, I see the highest purpose and path for my job. My faith may be small, and even if I have only a little, then great achievements are possible.
Each day at work and in other times, I can stop and spend some priceless moments in contact with my creator. Then I am ready for a great day in my work, at home, and in other places. My faith is stronger.
"Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this is to see what you believe." – Saint Augustine
January 3 – Ask
I claim the power for my work from spirit, the source of all energy.
Do I think that I am limited, lacking, or losing in some way in my job? It might be that I feel held down, or held back by something or somebody and that I cannot make further progress in my tasks, my work, and my job.
When I am feeling this way, I have an infallible answer by simply asking Spirit for the answer to my concerns. I can take a short break, even at my desk or workstation, and just take a few moments to ask. I shut my eyes, take a long breath, seek guidance, and am silent in faith.
The answer may come right away or later. It may come directly or through another person or in some other way, but it will come. The more I practice this in my work and throughout my life, the more I find that I always have right answers, in the right way, for my job and other challenges.
"Ask and it will be given to you." – Matthew
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January 4 – Celebrate
I celebrate all achievements in my work, creating more success.
When the momentum of my work is growing and I am being successful, do I take time to celebrate? Alone and with others, I have an opportunity to use each success to build another.
Anytime during the day that I am feeling success with a task, big or small, I take a moment to thank the source of all my achievements, divine inner Spirit. I can share in this joy with others, too. This builds the foundation for even more successes with members of my team.
Today I look for situations where I am meeting my goals with customers, products, services or processes. I give thanks and celebrate in all ways, knowing that more achievements are ahead.
"Celebrate what you want to see more of." – Tom Peters
January 5 – Begin
I take the first bold steps in my job dreams, seeing divine results.
When I am at the brink of taking a first step to doing something new, building upon my dream, I might hesitate. If so, there is another first step to help me move forward.
That step is to communicate with Spirit, my inspiration, the source of my ideas and the strength of my actions. At the beginning of each step, I have an ever-ready and reliable friend to guide me and infuse me with great energy. I realize the dreams and goals of my career, job and work.
Today, as I go into my work and I think of my dream, I begin and as I take the first steps, I receive the intelligence, strength and serendipity for success.
"Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it." – Goethe
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January 6 – Forgiveness
I forgive others at work, and I have greater peace in my job.
Am I irritated or angry with someone, or something that is affecting my job? It is likely that I feel a block to my energy and ability to do my best work.
In these situations, there is a proven way to remove these obstacles. The transforming power of forgiveness is a gift of Spirit. I can ask for the strength to forgive anyone and anything. With greater ease, I forgive and then I receive forgiveness. My energy restored, I have more peace and my work is easier.
In all of my work – developing and producing products and services, meetings with customers and others, or administration – the next time I feel upset at work because of someone else I practice forgiveness as the best way to release them and myself for greater good.
"Forgiveness is the key to action and freedom." – Hannah Arendt
January 7 – Power
Filled with spirit's energy, I do my very best work, always.
Am I feeling like I am holding back in my job because I am not charged up to do some task? Perhaps I am listless for reasons I do not even understand.
When I know that all power comes from divine inner Spirit, I can turn to this infinite resource for all the energy I need. Energy flows around me, in me and through me as I work. My soul, mind and body move with this life-giving energy.
If I am experiencing a loss of power in my work today or any day I stop for a few moments and rest in the great truth that I can be re-energized by my creator by taking a few moments to breathe, pray, and accept that which is freely given to me.
"Our power is not so much in us as through us." – Harry Emerson Fosdick
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January 8 – Caring
I constantly care about all others who are part of my work.
When I only care about myself at work, do I feel isolated and tense? This can be a signal...
