Micro-Moments of Calm!
June 18, 2025
by Morayma MaKay
Writer / Blogger & Content Creator
Adulthood Rewired
Biography: Morayma Makay is a fashion model, mother, and writer. She has
dedicated the last 20 years to working in the fashion and health fields as
both a researcher and content creator.
“How to find peace in a busy day.”
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Let’s face it…life can get loud. Very loud! Between the constant social and work notifications, the never-ending to-do lists, and the pressure to keep everything running smoothly, it’s easy to feel like you’re living in fast-forward all the time. Taking a break from the noise is key, but what if you didn’t need an hour-long yoga class or a full day off to recharge? What if a few small pauses could make a big difference?
That’s where micro-moments of calm come in. These are little pockets of peace you can weave into your day with no special equipment and no big time commitment required…just a few breaths, a shift in focus, and the intention to reset.
Picture Your Moment of Calm.
Picture this: you’re stuck in traffic or waiting in a long line. Instead of stewing in frustration and getting irritated, you take a deep breath. You notice the warmth of the sun through the window, or the rhythm of your breath, maybe you see an interesting cloud formation in the distance. That’s a micro-moment of calm. It doesn’t change your external situation, but it shifts your internal state, and that can change everything!
Breathe In, Breathe Out.
One of the simplest ways to start creating these little pockets of calm, is with your breath. A few slow, intentional inhales and exhales can start to activate your body’s relaxation response. Try inhaling for four counts, holding for four, and exhaling for four. Do it three or four times whenever you feel tension creeping in see what happens. It might only take 30 seconds of your time, but it can help center you in the midst of stressful moments.
Get Outside!
Another easy way to reset is by stepping outside. Even just a couple of minutes in nature when you’re feeling the breeze, noticing the colors of the sky, listening to birds, can offer a mental refresh. It’s not about escaping your responsibilities; it’s about giving your nervous system a break so you can return with more clarity. While outdoors, add in a few of those deep breaths we were just talking about for an extra calm-boost!
If getting outside isn’t an option, try a mental reset by shifting your focus inward. Close your eyes for a minute and do a quick body scan. Start at your feet and move upward, noticing any areas of tension. Send a little breath or soft awareness there. It’s a small act, but it reminds your body and brain that you’re safe, grounded, and paying attention.
Peaceful Habits.
Some people find calm in small rituals or daily habits. Maybe it’s how you make your morning coffee or tea, or the way you take a moment to light a candle before settling into work. It might be the short walk you take after lunch, or how you pause to stretch before you start your next task…these little habits create anchors in your day, and these anchors are places that allow you to pause and return to yourself. Even your senses can help you create calm. Keep a calming essential oil at your desk or in your bag like lavender, bergamot, or eucalyptus and make it a habit to diffuse them in your home or office. Inhale deeply when you need to recenter. Or turn on soothing music during your commute or while making dinner. These little habits can help center you and bring on that sense of calm we all need more of!
The beauty of micro-moments is that they’re available to you anytime, anywhere, and you don’t have to wait until your next vacation to feel restored. You can create small islands of peace right where you are! So, the next time your day starts to spin a little too fast, remember that finding moments of peace doesn’t have to be difficult or time consuming. Sometimes, it’s as simple as one deep breath, one quiet pause, or one moment of noticing the way the light comes through your car window.
