6 | Seconds

If we pause for just 6 seconds before reacting, we give ourselves the chance to act with empathy instead of impulse. It’s a small window that makes a huge difference in our relationships and our mental health.

Let’s try it today: The next time you're about to snap or send a heated text, count to six first. ✋ The Emotional Intelligence Network • Six Seconds 6 seconds

Did you know that an emotional "burst"—the chemicals flooding your brain—only lasts about 6 seconds?. If we pause for just 6 seconds before