Yesterday was finally a quite laid-back day at the office, though I still forgot to have lunch. It was Friday. It feels so chaotic lately that the only way I could find some space to meditate is on my coffee mug journey.
The Coffee Mug Journey
The walkway from my desk to the pantry, holding my Union Jack mug, pressing the Kopetro coffee vending machine, waiting for at least 15 seconds, taking the paper cup, then pouring the content into the bigger mug, adding some hot water to dilute it, optionally saying a quick hi to whoever is at the pantry before walking back to my desk.
A Moment of Mindfulness
On this journey, I inhale and exhale in complete cycles, without a train of uncomfortable thoughts and awaiting summons. The coffee mug journey includes the view of the interns’ workstations (oh, you guys are so lucky to be clueless and not knowing even what to chat about among each other anymore). Also, the Governance and Capability teams, followed by the Photographer and Videographer workstations – passing each one with a complete cycle of breath.
Simple Ritual
As long as nothing barbaric happens here, this will always be my place of peace. The coffee mug journey has become a ritual of mindfulness, a small escape from the chaos, and a way to centre myself amidst the office hustle and bustle.
In these small moments, I find a sense of tranquillity. It’s a simple routine, but it provides a much-needed break and a chance to reset. We all need such moments in our busy lives – a few seconds to breathe, to be present, and to find peace in the ordinary.
Featured image: Tried drawing the Union Jack earlier this January. By the way, buying this mug was a random choice; it’s not because I’m a fanatic about the UK or anything.
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