¶ Stress‑Proof Day

¶ Morning (set the nervous system)

• 2 minutes outdoor light
• 60 seconds slow breathing (long exhales)
• Write: “Today, the one thing that matters is ___”

¶ Midday (reduce accumulation)

• A 10-minute walk after a meal
• One “no meeting” block (if you can)
• Micro-downshift: 6 breaths before returning to work

¶ Evening (protect sleep)

• Choose a shutdown time (calendar reminder)
• Dim lights + reduce screen brightness
• Prepare tomorrow’s first step (shoes by door, breakfast set)

¶ If you’re overloaded

• Use High stress troubleshooting
• Run the Stress & Mental Fitness Starter Kit