MIDDAY / FIVE MINUTES
Step out of the rush.
The middle of a day can feel crowded with tabs, messages, and half-finished tasks. You can pause without first earning it. Start by stepping away from the screen.
01 / MOVE
Take a gentle walk.
Stand up if that is comfortable for you. Walk slowly for a minute or two, or change position and look somewhere beyond your screen.
02 / NOTICE
Let your shoulders settle.
Find a comfortable position and notice the sounds around you. You do not have to block them out. Give your attention somewhere simple to land.
03 / RETURN
Choose just the next task.
Name the one thing you will return to. Make it small enough to begin. The rest of the list can stay on paper for a little longer.
A LITTLE NEXT STEP
Read the related note A few words to go with it.
An invitation to see the ordinary a little differently.