12 Ways to Sneak a Little Mindfulness Into Your Daily Routine

Do you get surprised when you realize your day is over? Like a whole day just passed and you're not entirely sure of everything that just happened? Yet you somehow also feel exhausted... That's because your mind went on autopilot after hours of performing tasks.

To avoid that, set a few reminders within your day. Try a simple bell sound as an alert for you to take a pause. It doesn't have to be full breaks, just a minute of practicing mindfulness will do. Notice the temperature in the room, do a few deep breaths, and stand up to stretch (heck, you can even do a little in-office yoga). Notice how you're sitting, what your muscles are feeling, or the emotion that you currently have.

This will help release tension, reignite your brain, and make you more attentive.

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