tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1382810614574791176.post19803660968968851..comments2023-10-24T04:24:51.405-04:00Comments on Orthodox Way of Life: Dealing with Job StressFr Dn Charles Joinerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06402529668011722050noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1382810614574791176.post-36259485029781099692013-02-12T00:28:08.047-05:002013-02-12T00:28:08.047-05:00I have read from many studies that these “mindfuln...I have read from many studies that these “mindfulness-based stress reduction” approaches help in training the mind to handle present situations in a psychological way. Thanks for sharing this unique and very convenient way of relieving stress in the workplace. Since it does not require going out for breaks or exercising, simply sitting, praying, and setting the mind free from problems will help me as I cope with managing my stress outbreaks. family counselinghttp://www.aces-counseling.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1382810614574791176.post-22654632214825283092012-10-18T11:16:08.264-04:002012-10-18T11:16:08.264-04:00Yes, I would make a distinction between a practice...Yes, I would make a distinction between a practice or program, whether spiritual or psychological, that enables a person to cope and a practice that produces inner peace and leads to salvation and eternal life. These mindfulness techniques usually have a philosophy behind them -- usually Asian spirituality (or an Americanized or psychotherapeutic version of such), and the teachers of mindfulness often seem to be anti-Christian. I am not against coping -- it is better to cope than to be stressed out. But, personally, I would be very careful of what might be the hidden agenda behind the mindfulness school of thought which has become a powerful influence in today's psychiatric programs. Other than in the AA-based programs, there is almost no respect for Christ. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com