The 3-Minute STOP Practice

The 3-Minute STOP Practice is a simple yet powerful mindfulness tool to build into your daily routine. STOP stands for Stop, Take a Breath, Observe, and Proceed—four steps that help create space between stimulus and response. With regular practice, it becomes a habit that supports us in moments of emotional reactivity, allowing us to proceed with greater calm and clarity.

While the practice can be done in just a few seconds, this 3-minute version helps establish the habit, making it more accessible when we need it most.