MindfulPause1 Why Sitting in Darkness for Three Minutes Brings Mental Clarity Spend three quiet minutes in darkness at night. This simple practice eases stress, steadies emotions, and prepares the mind for restful sleep. We spend most of our evenings bathed in artificial light—screens, lamps, glowing signs. True darkness has become rare, yet it carries a quiet power. Sitting in darkness, even briefly, strips away stimulation and lets the mind settle. Just three minutes ca.. 2025. 10. 31. Previous 1 Next