But here’s the truth: your brain can shift in as little as 17 seconds. Seventeen seconds is all it takes to pause, breathe, name what you feel, and choose a better thought. In that tiny space, your body begins releasing a new chemical pattern… and suddenly, what felt heavy starts to lighten. You don’t have to wait for a new day, a new week, or a new chapter. Sometimes, change begins in just 17 seconds. ✨ Try it next time your mind feels crowded — pause, breathe, and see what