Micropractice

A radical new approach to finding calm, connection and clarity in seconds, from pioneering researcher at Harvard’s Stress Lab

We live in an era of unrelenting stress. So how do we care for ourselves when life won’t slow down?

Enter micropractice: a term Susman coined for the powerful, bite-size techniques that help us find calm and well-being – right in the middle of modern life’s thousand demands. In this beautifully illustrated, highly practical guide, Susman distills ancient wisdom and his own pioneering research into 14 practices anchored in 4 core elements:

MOVE: Energise instantly with microyoga poses, quick power pose or spontaneous microdance breaks (no mat or skills required).

TOUCH: Calm anxiety and lower cortisol through something as simple as petting a cat, resting your hands on your belly and chest or even sharing a fist bump with a friend or colleague.

BREATHE: Reset your nervous system and release endorphins with intentional breathing exercises, laughter yogaor by singing a few lines of your favorite song.

FLOW: Infuse ordinary moments with intention, from mindful eating to silently offering lovingkindness to the people you encounter throughout your day.

Whether you're between meetings, stuck in traffic or brushing your teeth, you’ll learn how to turn these bite-sized practices into daily habits, so you can foster emotional resilience, spark creativity and make well-being a way of being.