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The 10-Minute Transition: How to Leave the Day Behind Before You Pick Up a Fork
We’ve all been there: you’ve cooked a beautiful, elegant meal, but you’re eating it while your brain is still answering emails or replaying a stressful conversation from 2:00 PM.
After many years in the kitchen and a hectic worklife, I’ve learned that another important "ingredient" in a meal isn't on the plate—it’s the atmosphere in the room. If you want your dinner to feel like a restoration rather than just a task, you need a transition.
Here are three simple, non-negotiable "MK Rules" to reset your space and your mind in under 10 minutes: