Directive
Take a 30-minute digital detox today—with zero screens.
Why It Matters
You think you’re “staying on top” by replying to Slack, email, and Teams in real time. But what you’re really doing is training your team to treat you like a human ticketing system. Meanwhile, the big idea you’ve been avoiding? Still waiting. I once took a walk without my phone—and solved a product blocker I’d stared at for two weeks. Nature doesn’t ping.
Action Item
Pick a 30-minute window (lunch? post-coffee?). Put your phone in another room. Close your laptop. Walk. Stare out a window. Scribble on paper. No agenda. Just presence. Then ask: “What did I notice that I didn’t before?” You’ll be surprised how often clarity walks in when notifications leave.
Words to Work By
“The most powerful tool in innovation isn’t a roadmap—it’s stillness.” – Alan Watts
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