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Saima Ahmed's avatar

Easy practical and effortless. Sometimes the smallest things make the biggest difference but we under estimate it. Thanks David

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Carlo Benigni's avatar

Monk mornings are a good one to try.

Block out a whole morning without any notifications, emails and social media.

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Jack Livaditis's avatar

By disconnecting from the constant barrage of notifications and online distractions, you give yourself the space to concentrate on what's truly important, whether that's personal reflection, creative projects, or simply enjoying a quiet moment. It's amazing how much more productive and centered you can feel after such a peaceful start to the day.

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Reyza Amri's avatar

David, your 5-step system for handling stress is refreshingly practical. Disconnecting and tuning into our immediate surroundings often gets overlooked in our fast-paced world. I’m eager to integrate these steps into my daily routine to see the impact on my work and well-being. Thanks for sharing such actionable advice!

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Temitope Kenneth-Jatto's avatar

I love your suggestions David! Especially the first exercise.

Tell me, what do you do when work in on your phone?

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David McIlroy's avatar

I tend to use my phone mostly for making notes or keeping up to date with newsletters and social posts. I’m a bit of a dinosaur so I do most of my work on the computer.

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Temitope Kenneth-Jatto's avatar

I’m a social media manager and need to be online a lot. The computer makes my work harder except I’m doing content. I find a way to detox from my phone from time to time. It’s hard

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Sara Carbone's avatar

I love all of this. I particularly like number 4 because it is the moment I realize I am very stressed out when I am survivalist-style gulping water. Much appreciated! Also number 1 is incredibly important 🫶🏼

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Jack Livaditis's avatar

Being aware of these signals can really help in managing stress more effectively. And absolutely, starting with a calm, focused morning sets a positive tone for the entire day.

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Harun Kewa's avatar

Sometimes it’s that simple.

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