At work

“There is usually a brief gap between one task coming to completion and a new task starting up. See if you can spot this tiny pause and stay with it for a moment: Close your eyes and spend a moment exploring what it’s like to be in this state of needlessness. Where do you feel this phenomenon in your body? When a new motivation or need arises, you’ll become aware of the next task you wish to complete. Notice where this begins in the body. Does this new impetus have an accompanying sensation? Take a moment to consider the moment and marshal your troops. Then take informed action, embarking on the next task— whatever that may be for you.” —Emma Mills