Lunchtime Traditions: Do You Prefer Eating at Your Desk or on the Floor?

So, guys, tell me, in offices, we have a system where we sit in a corner with our gang and eat or go out. Please let me know how many of you folks actually sit down and eat your food. Folks, do you have any idea why we should be sitting on the floor with a mat and having our food?

Thanks,

Rajashri Vinod
Corporate Yoga Trainer and Teacher

When at home, I sit down and have my food. Sitting down and eating helps in proper digestion, as per my knowledge.

Regards,
Etti Bhatt
Business Development Manager

Thank you, Etti, for your feedback. Just to let you know, Mother Earth, at times, does some fabulous work for us that doesn't get recognized. In the sense of sitting down and eating, due to the gravitational pull of the earth, no matter how much we eat, it's digested. As the yoga experts say, even after having a full-fledged meal and sitting on the floor, it will always make us feel that our stomach is half empty and much lighter.

Thanks,
Rajashri Vinod
Corporate Yoga Trainer and Teacher

Traditional Practices: Sitting on the Floor

Those days, it was the practice for people to sit on the floor and eat food. It has been scientifically proven that this practice is good for health. Even now, if you choose to sit on the floor to relax or read, it is beneficial for your health. This method is advised by elders, and you can still observe some meetings being held with participants sitting on the floor.

Benefits of Floor Meetings

Another advantage is the ability to discuss and finalize official matters. In my company, during our morning coffee time, we conduct what we call a "one-minute meeting." There is a board in a small room where all officials gather for coffee. During this time, employees facing issues in the office (such as unanswered memos, delayed fund releases, high absenteeism, HR-related tasks, etc.) write their concerns on the board. The respective individuals then respond on the same board with the actions taken. Employees are concerned about their names being visible to top management on the board, leading them to be more cautious. Over time, the number of complaints reduces to just one or two. This idea was initially suggested by me and received praise from top management. Companies can adopt this method instead of convening time-consuming meetings, proving to be an effective approach.

Health Benefits of Traditional Practices

Sitting on the floor to eat using a leaf (symbolizing a connection between the earth and the seated individual), conversing, and even lying down on the floor for rest are all beneficial for health. People are gradually recognizing the significance of these traditional practices and are making efforts to incorporate them into their routines, prioritizing their health.