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Work, Life & Zen

Work, Life & Zen

Written by: Kanika
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In a world rushing toward the next release, here’s a place to breathe. Work, Life & Zen blends mindful pauses, grounded leadership wisdom, and gentle tech reflections — helping engineers, creators, and leaders find clarity, balance, and purpose as they build the future.Kanika Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
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  • The Zen of Being Here - Sitting With Discomfort
    Jan 9 2026

    Sometimes we do everything “right” —
    we meditate, we work hard, we travel, we seek calm —
    and yet, discomfort remains.

    In this episode, I share a quiet moment from a Buddhist temple in Japan, where sitting with discomfort became the lesson itself.

    Through rain, incense, solo travel, and a brief exchange with a monk, this episode explores:

    • Why happiness and fulfillment don’t come just because conditions look right

    • The difference between fixing discomfort and being curious about it

    • What humility really means — not self-doubt, but humility about what we think we know

    • How the same patterns show up in work, life, and leadership

    This is an invitation to slow down, soften your grip, and practice presence — even when it’s uncomfortable.

    A reflective, meditative episode at the heart of Work, Life & Zen.

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    8 mins
  • When Movement Becomes Rest
    Dec 25 2025

    Sometimes rest doesn’t come from stopping —it comes from moving without pressure.

    Recorded in Okinawa, this episode reflects on kayaking through mangroves, snorkelling in open water, and walking through ancient forests — moments where movement felt calm, grounding, and restorative.

    A quiet reflection on rhythm, presence, and how nature reminds us of a pace the body can trust.

    If life has felt rushed lately, this one is an invitation to move gently — and let rest find you.

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    7 mins
  • The Beauty of an Unrushed Life
    Dec 17 2025

    What happens when you slow down enough to notice life again?

    Recorded while traveling through a quiet island in Japan, this episode is a reflection on pace — not productivity.

    Through a simple bicycle ride, moments of trust, and a life without rushing, we explore what it means to live at a rhythm that feels human.

    This episode isn’t about doing less.
    It’s about moving differently.

    Take a breath.
    Let your body soften.
    And let this episode remind you that life doesn’t need to be hurried to be meaningful.

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    6 mins
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