Mindfulness icon Mindfulness · 2–5 min · Work Calm Quiet

Short Body Scan

Scan down. No fixing. Just notice.

Travel attention head to toe and let tension show itself.

Best for

Racing thoughts at your desk

Afterwards

Body feels quieter; mind stops buzzing.

Steps

  1. Notice top of head.
  2. Face, neck, shoulders, arms.
  3. Torso, hips, legs, feet—notice only.
  4. One full breath. Open eyes.

A 2–5 minute mindfulness brain break designed for desk workers and office teams. Follow the steps below—no equipment or signup required.

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