
"As an advisor to many CEOs of Fortune 500 companies over the years, I've found a common thread that might surprise you: CEOs work hard but they also know how to recharge faster and better. Just like in fitness, recovery is a key part of exertion. At work, learning to micro-relax better can increase energy, productivity and, quite frankly, joy."
"When I'm working with younger executives who want to make it to the top, I often give them this advice: Get better at being lazy. Reduce stress during the work day CEOs have told me they've also fallen into the understandable trap of wanting to escape stress by doing things that actually increase stress, like social media. That dopamine pull tempts you to watch, oh just a quick video...."
CEOs pair intense work with deliberate recovery, treating micro-relaxation as a performance tool. Recovery functions like fitness recovery and raises energy, productivity, and enjoyment. Younger executives are urged to prioritize deliberate rest and "get better at being lazy" to sustain long-term performance. Digital distractions, especially social media, trigger dopamine loops that increase stress and lead to doomscrolling. Removing problematic apps and choosing comedic content can restore levity; laughter markedly reduces stress. Simple breathwork—five slower, deeper breaths in through the nose and out through the mouth—serves as a fast, practical method to initiate relaxation during the workday.
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