I shared the method I use for my work: Pomodoro Method. 25 minutes work – 5 minute break.

But, what to do on your break? It seems like such a short time. Yet even 5 minutes can bring your focus back. Here are some work break options:

• Walk somewhere
• Get something to drink like water or tea
• Pray
• Journal
• Sit in silence
• Do some stretches
• If you are at home – dance to a song or sing a song. At work listen to a song with headphones.
• Do some breathing techniques
• Massage your shoulders
• Step out into the sunshine or look out the window
• Have a positive conversation
• Self-Compassion Break
• Check in with yourself or pick a question from a check in jar
• Think of 5 things you are grateful for
• Write a quick note to someone
• Break down a project
• Read a magazine article
• Do a 5 minute meditation (type in “5 minute meditation” in YouTube and you’ll find many options.)
• Take care of any plants
• Take a picture, color, draw, write or do something creative
• Declutter your desk

What are your favorite work breaks?

Photo by: Jocelyn Durston