The Stop Sign Practice

This practice is inspired by Isaac Kinney’s “Friendly Wishes” practice. And scientists agree that it strengthens connections to the compassion and resilience centers in our brains.

When you come to a stop sign or stoplight, stop. (You’ll avoid a ticket this way.) But, really, stop your mental chatter by focusing your attention on one full inhale and one full exhale.

Send “friendly wishes” to yourself.

“May I be healthy, at ease.” Find your own words.

Send friendly wishes to all your “teachers.”

Send friendly wishes to our entire community and state.

Do this at every stop. Know that our friendly wishes go to you.