Sensory icon Sensory · 1–2 min · Work Calm Quiet

Light and Gaze Shift

Near. Far. Repeat five times.

Shift gaze near and far—gym for your eye muscles.

Best for

Spreadsheet or coding marathons

Afterwards

Eye strain eases; focus feels sharper.

Steps

  1. Focus thumbnail-close 10 seconds.
  2. Object across room 10 seconds.
  3. Five cycles.
  4. Light temple massage.

A 1–2 minute sensory brain break designed for desk workers and office teams. Follow the steps below—no equipment or signup required.

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