Micro-Practices That Fit Busy Lives
Before a tricky habit tends to fire, set a timer for one minute. Inhale for four, exhale for six, repeat softly. This micro-practice lowers arousal and makes the automatic path less sticky and demanding.
Micro-Practices That Fit Busy Lives
Pair mindfulness with an if-then plan. If I feel the urge to check my phone, then I will place it face down and take five breaths. Make it specific, kind, and repeatable in ordinary daily contexts.