Recommended Frequency:
Every day, Every week on Saturday
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You can customize this routine to suit your needs, so anything you don't like, change or skip it!
Engage in short daily periods of intentional boredom to build your tolerance for being alone with your thoughts.
Set a timer
Sit with your thoughts
Engage in a longer period of solitude each week to build your capacity for deep thought and self-reflection.
Engage in the solitude activity
Complete a short errand or take a walk without your phone to practice being alone with your thoughts in a real-world setting.
Complete the activity
What do I need to start this routine?