[b][Cambodia,14/12/2017][/b] - Google, Intel, Target, and other major companies have been investing in mindfulness programs for about 10 years, which they believe will leave a positive impact on their employees' performance and overall well-being.

According to the Harvard Business Review, evidence shown in mindfulness studies is convincing managers and company leaders to invest in reflection, focus, and slowing down to recharge and regain productivity.

Google has used it to teach emotional intelligence and improve mental focus. Intel's employees found a two-point decrease in stress and a three-point increase in overall happiness. Target, on the other hand, holds mindfulness training sessions at several company locations open to all employees.

[b]Taking Stress Out of the Equation[/b]

Mindfulness is one of the simplest forms of meditation that enables a person to gain control of impulsive thoughts and behaviour. Because of this, experts consider mindfulness as an effective technique to relieve stress.

Stress is seen as one of the most common performance and well-being disruptors among employees. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that stress-related health problems accounted for about two-thirds of all hospital visits in the United States, while 75% of health-care expenses are stress-related. Research shows that stress can cause serious conditions like high blood pressure, heart disease, insomnia, and autoimmune diseases to name a few.

[b]Disconnecting to Regain Focus[/b]

Vagabond Temple located in Kep, Cambodia, offers week-long holiday retreats in December and January. One of their retreats, namely the Expand Your Mind retreat, focuses on introspection and self-assessment.

According to Vagabond Temple: "Our Expand Your Mind Retreat will begin with a step back into a thorough assessment of your current life, truly grasping where you are on your journey, what limitations hold you back, what strengths push you forward, and where your energy is being drawn from you."

The retreat allows meditators to go on a vacation that will help them disconnect from their busy lives so they can regain focus and channel positive energy that will help progress careers and overcome obstacles.

[b]About Vagabond Temple[/b]

Vagabond Temple offers yoga, reiki healing, detox programs, and other meditative practices in their centre in the Kep Mountains. Both their individual and group programmes are open to beginners and regular meditation practitioners all over the world.

For inquiries, visit their website at http://www.vagabondtemple.com/.