Micro-breaks—Stress Management in 30 Seconds

Micro-breaks are short, intentional pauses in your work lasting 30 seconds to 5 minutes. They interrupt the buildup of physical and mental stress. By taking them throughout the day, you reset focus, lower tension, and improve performance. Use this time to stretch, stand, walk, breathe deeply, or sip water. Underestimating the power of a quick pause can make it harder to recognize when your mind needs a rest. Treat yourself to a mini break to help prevent burnout and boost productivity. Set a phone timer to cue your break, or take a break when you notice mental fog, forgetfulness, irritability, impatience, eyestrain, body tension, slumping, or dozing off.

Global Administrator | 9/24/2025