Choose. Start. Stop. This single 90-minute practice has been life changing for me
— @tonyschwartz
Many of us unwittingly train ourselves to ignore our bodies’ signals that we need a rest—difficulty concentrating, physical restlessness, irritability. Instead, we find ways to override this need with caffeine, sugar, and our own stress hormones—adrenalin, noradrenalin, and cortisol—all of which provide short bursts of energy but leave us over-aroused.
By intentionally aligning with my body’s natural rhythms, I’ve learned to listen to its signals. When I notice them, it usually means I’ve hit the 90-minute mark. At that point, I take a break, even if I feel I’m on a roll, because I’ve learned that if I don’t, I’ll pay the price later in the day.
This is a partial except from an essay in the bestseller End Malaria. Click here to find out more.