Category: Emotional Well-being & Self-Care

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 😊

Source: https://geopelie.com/en/blogs/blog/16-rituals-to-enjoy-your-evening-routinesrsltid=AfmBOopNDWC9nBm1bCskIbafqIztRinuGQ38tA2pQ0vQzztxK2BzmxJl

5 Ways journaling can help you as a student:

1. Reduce stress and anxiety
   Writing down your thoughts helps to clear your mind and reduce mental clutter. It’s like talking to someone, but that someone is you.
2. Improve focus and productivity
   A short morning journaling session can help you set intentions for the day, track your goals, and stay organized.
3. Boost your emotional wellbeing
   Journaling helps you identify patterns in your mood and behavior, which can lead to greater emotional awareness and resilience.
4. Encourage self-reflection
   University is a time of big growth. Reflecting on what you’re learning (both in and out of class) can deepen your understanding of yourself.
5. Stimulate creativity
   Free-writing, doodling, or writing short stories in your journal can unlock creative thinking — useful whether you’re writing an essay or planning a project.

Simple journal prompts to get started:

• “What’s been on my mind lately?”
• “What am I grateful for today?”
• “What’s something I’m avoiding and why?”
• “How did I take care of myself this week?”
• “What would I tell my past self right now?”

No rules, just you

You can journal digitally or on paper. Some people write daily, others once a week. Some use bullet points, others paragraphs or even drawings. It’s your space, and there’s no wrong way to use it.

Why not give it a try?

Your SLR host Emma 😊

Source: https://positivepsychology.com/benefits-of-journaling/