1 Minute Habit · #118
1 Minute Habit for April 28
Trace a figure eight in the air with your hand
Why This Habit Helps
Speaking gently to yourself builds inner trust and reduces negative self-talk.
This small act shifts your mindset from criticism to compassion.
What You’ll Do in 1 Minute
- Encourages focus and flow.
- Soothes the brain through repetitive motion.
- Connects body and mind in a calming way.
Quick Overview
Tracing a figure eight (∞) is a bilateral movement that integrates logic (left brain) and creativity (right brain).
Used in occupational therapy and mindfulness practices, it’s a tool for grounding and centering.
What the Research Says
How to Get Started
- Use your dominant hand first, then switch to the non-dominant hand to balance brain activity.
- Trace slowly and smoothly—focus on the motion, not perfection.
- Pair with deep breaths for added relaxation (inhale for half the ∞, exhale for the other half).
How to Adapt This Habit
If you’re a busy professional
Do this for 1 minute before a meeting to sharpen focus.
Use it as a reset during long work sessions to prevent mental fatigue.
If you’re a parent
Teach kids to trace ∞s to calm tantrums or improve handwriting coordination.
Make it a game: 'Draw the infinity sign as slowly as you can!'
If you’re a student or learner
Trace ∞s while studying to boost retention (kinesthetic learning).
Use before tests to reduce anxiety and improve concentration.
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💬 Your Success Stories
I started tracing figure eights during panic attacks. The rhythmic motion gave my mind something to anchor to. Now I do it daily—it’s like a mental 'reset button.' My therapist says it works because it forces both sides of my brain to sync up.
— Kayla
