A couple of days ago, I had planned on participating in a webinar about AI in coaching, through Zoom, when I found myself running late and in need to eat. I decided to eat in front of my computer in the kitchen, with the camera off meanwhile, and then resume, which I did. But, I became so stressed!

Many years ago, I used to eat in front of the TV, sometimes. I’m pretty sure, many others do too (or the phone). However, I stopped doing so, to not have to ingest, and digest, anything else but the food, as well as practicing being more present. And, I’m so glad I have. The stress of doing two things at once, having your attention on two different things at the same time, is completely un-necessary to provoke ourselves. It’s one thing, that life may produce those moments, but we for sure don’t need to seek them. This also made me realize how much more calm and at peace I am nowadays. Something I’d never would want to trade. I’m also much more focused and efficient (when I’m not being stalked).

We seldom know how stressed we are, until we no longer are. How is your level? What can you do to make it less?