1 Minute Habit · #167
1 Minute Habit for June 16
Turn off all notifications for 1 minute
Why This Habit Helps
This digital pause is like giving your brain a mini vacation from the constant ping-pong of alerts—it’s shocking how much calmer just 60 seconds can feel!
Even a single minute without pings or badges helps you reconnect with your own thoughts.
What You’ll Do in 1 Minute
- Gives your brain a micro-break from decision fatigue about what to check next.
- Lowers stress from constant alerts that keep you in fight-or-flight mode.
- Makes you more intentional about tech use—like a reset button for habits.
- Reveals how often you instinctively reach for your phone without thinking.
- Might inspire longer digital detoxes once you taste the peace!
Quick Overview
Notifications keep your brain on high alert—even when you’re trying to rest or focus.
Turning them off, even briefly, gives your nervous system a much-needed exhale.
What the Research Says
How to Get Started
- Temporarily turn on Do Not Disturb or Airplane Mode for one minute.
- Notice how your body reacts—relief, boredom, or curiosity?
- If it feels good, extend it to 5–10 minutes later in the day.
How to Adapt This Habit
If you’re a busy professional
Try this right before a meeting to create space for focused thinking.
If you’re a parent
Use it during nap time or after school—just one minute of peace is powerful.
If you’re a student or learner
Silence notifications before studying—set a timer for when to check back in.
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💬 Your Success Stories
I turned on Do Not Disturb for a single minute during my coffee break, and the silence was… strange. But peaceful. I realized I had been checking my phone out of habit, not need. That minute turned into five, then ten, and now I use DND every morning for the first 30 minutes of my day.
— Sofia
