Lunch Break
Use lunch break for nervous system reset
Lunch breaks are perfect for nervous system reset — typically when you have 20-30 minutes with no obligations. Even 10 minutes of breathing practice significantly resets your nervous system and improves afternoon performance. This is far more effective than scrolling social media or working through lunch.
Using lunch break for breathing combined with gentle eating creates both nervous system reset and genuine rest. You return to work noticeably more capable than if you'd spent lunch time on stress-inducing activities.
Making breathing practice your lunch break routine builds significant midday resilience — you'll notice your afternoon productivity, mood, and stress resilience improve dramatically.
Benefits
- Resets nervous system midday
- Improves afternoon performance and focus
- Provides genuine rest from work
- Builds afternoon resilience
- Makes afternoon stress far more manageable
Frequently Asked Questions
How much of my lunch break should I spend breathing?
10-15 minutes of breathing is ideal, leaving time for eating and rest. Even 5 minutes helps significantly.
Should I eat before or after breathing?
Either way works. Some people prefer breathing then eating; others eat lightly then breathe. Find what feels natural.
Will breathing during lunch affect my work focus?
Actually improves it. You'll return to work more focused and capable than if you'd spent lunch time on other activities.
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