1 Minute Habit · #104
1 Minute Habit for April 14
Blink slowly and relax your eyes
Why This Habit Helps
Intentional blinking relieves digital eye strain and rehydrates your eyes.
It also gives your mind a moment to pause and reset during screen-heavy tasks.
What You’ll Do in 1 Minute
- Reduces eye fatigue.
- Moisturizes the eyes naturally.
- Improves visual comfort.
Quick Overview
We often forget to blink regularly when staring at screens, leading to eye dryness and fatigue.
Taking a moment to blink slowly and intentionally can soothe your eyes and offer a brief mental pause.
What the Research Says
How to Get Started
- Close your eyes fully and gently for a few seconds.
- Look into the distance and blink slowly 10 times.
- Repeat this every hour to reduce digital eye strain.
How to Adapt This Habit
If you’re a busy professional
Do this during a quick break between meetings to refresh your eyes.
Set a timer every hour to remind yourself to blink and breathe.
If you’re a parent
Do it with your child after screen time to teach them eye health.
Encourage blinking breaks during homework or tablet use.
If you’re a student or learner
Blink slowly between study blocks to prevent fatigue.
Pair it with a stretch or hydration break.
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💬 Your Success Stories
I realized I was blinking less when working on my laptop for long stretches. My eyes felt dry and tired by mid-afternoon. One day I set a reminder to do slow blinks every hour. Just taking those few seconds to pause and blink made a noticeable difference. It’s now part of my screen routine. It not only helps my eyes, but gives my brain a mini reset too.
— Emily
