Micro
Micro-breaks for parent burnout
Small resets you can do in the middle of chaos.
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Burnout is nervous system overload
When you are overloaded, you will reach for fast relief: scrolling, snacking, shutting down. The goal is to insert a small reset before the coping habit takes over.
5 micro-breaks
Pick one:
- 30 seconds: inhale 4, exhale 6 (x3)
- 60 seconds: cold water on hands + face
- 2 minutes: walk to the window and name 5 things you see
- 3 minutes: tidy one surface (reduce visual stress)
- 5 minutes: text a friend “hard day, need a pep talk”
Where Mom&Dad Tracker helps
If burnout is shared, you need shared language and shared repair. Use one daily prompt to reduce resentment.
Quick checklist
- Choose one micro-break for “urge to scroll” moments.
- Do it before opening any feed.
- Use one daily check‑in prompt with your partner.
- Plan one recovery block this weekend (even 30 minutes).
Recover without disappearing into the feed
Social Pause helps you interrupt the autopilot coping habit. Mom&Dad Tracker helps you communicate needs and reduce resentment.