Today we’d like to introduce you to Ellina Sukharenko.
Ellina, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
I started OfficeFlow Consulting because meditation changed my life drastically. I went from a work-eat-entertainment autopilot mode, which had permeated my health, to living a life beyond my imagination filled with purpose and passion. I wanted to share with as many people as possible how simple techniques can be integrated into daily life. I didn’t want to just tell them about it, I wanted to show them. I knew that once they felt it they would get immediate feedback from their environment and experience psychological, physiological, and emotional effects first hand.
I started with a small meditation program at Progressive Insurance which entailed a 15 minute guided meditation once a week. The sessions grew from 2-5 participants a week to 25-30 a week. I backed the program with research when I wrote a dissertation on it for my Masters in Organizational Psychology, which was accepted by the University of London. What I found was that my approach increased participants’ perception of self-confidence and sense of community.
Since then, I have fine-tuned the program and brought it to companies across various industries such as real estate, law, media, tech, and fashion. As the reach increased, so did the interest in personalized coaching, which we now offer as well. My approach is influenced by principles of Eastern Philosophy, Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), and ongoing research of the latest development in the neuroscience of meditation.
Throughout my journey, I learned that the first five letters of my last name, Sukha, hold a special meaning in Sanskrit. It is used to describe a state of lasting, authentic happiness, regardless of external circumstances. This is the message I bring when sharing my meditation practice.
Has it been a smooth road?
Breaking old programming is not an easy task. My growth truly began when I became so uncomfortable in a life I created by default, that I had no choice but to make a change and start designing with intention. Getting started was the hardest part, but those moments are some of my fondest memories, looking back on my journey so far.
For a while I was closely following the instructions laid out for me externally. I felt equally safe and small. My biggest fear was spending time with myself and asking the big questions such as, who am I really? What are my gifts? How do I actually want my life to look? That’s where my meditation practice saved my life.
The best thing I did was get clear on my values. Now I make decisions proactively, using my values as a compass. The struggles will always be there, but having clear guiding principles that are generated from your core makes navigating the challenges easier.
So, as you know, we’re impressed with OfficeFlow Consulting – tell our readers more, for example what you’re most proud of as a company and what sets you apart from others.
OfficeFlow Consulting is a contemporary wellbeing company for businesses. What sets us apart is that the services we provide are not traditional health and wellness lectures and fitness classes. We create custom experiential programs that fit individual business needs, with all services rooted in meditation. The sessions are designed to be simple, accessible, and practical – minimally disruptive with maximal benefits. Sessions are traditionally 20 minutes long, once a week. Our research shows that our approach results in higher perceived self-confidence and sense of community.
By adapting to each client’s needs, we double as a concierge service. Some companies are inclined to functional movement. Other companies want more mental training, sound healing, etc. We bring in a diverse group of trusted guides from all areas of wellness for a well rounded sensory meditation practice. Sound healing, movement, superfood, aromatherapy, you name it, we got it. We bring a fresh, relatable, and easy approach to employee wellbeing. Our programs are designed to boost focus, engagement, and a sense of belonging, which is much needed in our era of globalization and endless distractions.
Let’s touch on your thoughts about our city – what do you like the most and least?
Hands down the best part about our city is the incredible community. Outside of Miami, you hear about the glitz, glamor, and traffic. While that certainly does exist, there is also an amazing community of intelligent, spiritual, and driven individuals who are living authentically and inspire me every day. The palm trees and weather are great, but it wouldn’t mean much without the people. The least part about our city, the traffic!
Contact Info:
- Website: officeflowconsulting.com
- Phone: 3052048362
- Email: ellina@officeflowconsulting.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/officeflowconsulting
- Facebook: facebook.com/officeflowconsulting
- Other: https://goo.gl/maps/6x4CNY6uE7VgfZHGA
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