Had a long day? Try these simple rituals to calm your mind, reset your energy and end your evening with intention, not just exhaustion.
1. Create a soft landing after your day
Before jumping into screens or chores, take a few quiet minutes to transition. Light a candle, change into comfy clothes or open a window. Let your body know the day is over.
2. Do a brain dump
Write down everything on your mind: thoughts, to-dos, worries. It clears your head and helps you let go.
3. Move gently
Stretch slowly or take a short walk. Even five minutes of light movement can help your body release tension and breathe more freely.
4. Set a calming mood
Turn off harsh lights, light a candle, play soft music or ambient sounds. Small things like this help your body shift into rest mode.
5. Unplug with intention
Instead of scrolling until you fall asleep, decide how you want to end your evening. Read a few pages, sit in silence or just lie down and breathe. Let things slow down naturally.
You don’t need to do everything. Just gentle reminders that it’s okay to rest. That’s more than enough.
Your SLR host Emma 😊
