The Simple Habit That Will Make You More Impactful Every Day

Hey, mama.

I know. You’re juggling a thousand things. Zoom calls, soccer practice, dinner prep, and that one sock that’s been missing since Tuesday. You’re not just doing a job, you’re doing all the jobs. So when exactly are you supposed to catch your breath?

Here’s the truth: You don’t need an hour-long spa day to feel like yourself again (although, yes, please). Sometimes, all it takes is 60 seconds.

Yes. One. Single. Minute.

Let me show you how to reintegrate yourself back into your day, so you can show up with energy, focus, and presence.

What Does “Reintegrate Yourself” Even Mean?

It means remembering you exist in your day.

You’re not just the employee, the manager, the mom, the partner, the house manager, or the scheduler-in-chief. You’re also a whole human being who needs space to breathe, reset, and re-energize.

Taking a moment, even just a micro-moment, is how you bring yourself back to yourself.

Break the task down into manageable steps, and celebrate every small victory along the way.

The Magic of the Micro-Break

I’m talking about 3-5 moments a day. That’s it. They can be:

60 seconds of deep breathing
A 3-minute dance party (kitchen remixes welcome)
Stretching like a cat who means business
Watching a hilarious reel (preferably with kittens)
Chugging a glass of water like it’s your job
Stepping outside for a breath of real, actual air

These moments aren’t indulgent. They’re essential. They help you recharge your battery before it’s flashing red.

Re-Up to Level Up

Blocking 60 seconds to 5 minutes on your calendar might sound excessive when you’re back-to-back all day, but here’s what happens when you do:

You come back to your tasks with more clarity
You’re less reactive and more intentional
You feel better (imagine that!)
You model healthy boundaries for your team, your kids, and yourself

These aren’t breaks. They’re power moves.

At Home Counts Too

Let’s not forget: the chaos doesn’t end when you log off work.

If cooking dinner drains you (because let’s face it, it’s meal #76 of the week), give yourself 5 minutes after. Walk around the house. Sit and breathe. Hide in the bathroom if you have to. (No judgment. We’ve all done it.)

You can’t pour from an empty cup, and you shouldn’t have to keep trying.