My 3-Minute Reset Routine Before/After School

Let’s be real: Teaching is exhausting. Working from home is exhausting. LIFE is exhausting.

But I’ve found a tiny 3-minute window of peace that helps me reset before or after the chaos. No fancy supplements (okay, maybe one), no long routines—just three simple steps.

Here’s my 3-minute reset routine to shift from "go-go-go" to "okay, I can do this."

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Step 1: Hydrate with Purpose (1 minute)

I mix up my MAKE Hydrated or Fit + Hydrated peptide powder with cold water. It tastes amazing, helps fight fatigue and bloat, and gives my body a head start on hydration and recovery.

Bonus points: Use a fun cup, metal straw, or fancy ice to make it feel like a mini treat. Sometimes the vibe matters more than the function.

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Step 2: Phone Face-Down + Breathing (1 minute)

I flip my phone screen-side down, sit up straight, and breathe.

• Inhale for 4 counts

• Hold for 4 counts

• Exhale for 4 counts

Repeat 5 times. It slows my heart rate and quiets my racing thoughts. I sometimes say this to myself:

“I can’t do it all, but I can do what matters most right now.”

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Step 3: Pick 3 Priorities (1 minute)

On a sticky note, whiteboard, or Google Keep, I write down:

1. One must-do task

2. One feel-good task

3. One let-it-go task (yes, letting go is a task)

This keeps my day anchored. It doesn’t matter if I have 15 things on my to-do list—these three give me direction without overload.

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Why It Works

This tiny reset doesn’t need a 5 am wakeup or a $200 yoga mat. It just brings me back to me.

Whether I’m walking back into my office or getting ready to crash after a long day, these 3 minutes make me feel grounded, calm, and (semi) in control again.

Small steps. Big difference.