Feeling Overwhelmed? Why Rest and Reset Are the Solution

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As a Certified Professional Organizer, many people assume that organization is about doing more. However, one of the most powerful organizing tools I recommend has nothing to do with bins, labels, or calendars. It is rest. Rest and reset are essential parts of self-care and of living an organized, intentional life. Without them, even the best organizing systems will eventually break down.

Why rest matters for an organized life

When you are constantly moving from task to task, getting stuff done, you feel productive. Over time, physical and mental fatigue begin. Your home feels harder to manage, your work becomes less focused, and small responsibilities start to pile up. Energy wanes.

Rest gives your mind and body the space to recover. Rest allows you to think more clearly and make better decisions. As a result, you can maintain the systems you have created. The best benefit is that you have more patience as well as more resilience. Rest is what keeps you from being overwhelmed.

The difference between rest and reset.

Rest and reset are closely related, but they serve slightly different purposes. Rest is about restoration. It looks like quiet time, sleep, reading, walking, or simply stepping away from constant stimulation. You are still and quiet. A reset is more intentional. It is a pause that helps you regain clarity and realign your priorities. A reset puts back into place what you have created. It is a way to maintain.  Both are necessary for long-term balance.

Simple ways to build rest into your routine.

Self-care does not have to be elaborate to be effective. Small, consistent moments of rest throughout your day can make a significant difference. An intentional start to your day or pause during the day can reset your energy. It might be a short walk, a bottle of water, or a few minutes of deep breathing. Be sure to have a bedtime to ensure consistent rest every day. Your bedtime routine helps you fully recharge. When you feel mentally overloaded, take a break before making another decision. A short pause often brings surprising clarity.

Your Weekly Reset

One of the most effective habits I recommend to clients is a weekly reset. Your weekly time includes

  • Reviewing your calendar
  • Tidying the main living areas
  • Doing a small load of laundry
  • Preparing a simple meal plan
  • Clearing your desk or workspace

These small actions create a sense of calm and control before the week begins. Including your family in your weekly reset helps everyone.

My Personal Reset Practice

As a certified professional organizer, I model my intention. I choose to have time outdoors every day for a walk. My emails are batched by morning and afternoon. I am grateful that, having my own business, I can set these times. Your reset can be shaped by your day and your intentions.

Organized living includes self-care

True organization is not about filling every hour with productivity. It is about creating a life that supports your energy, your values, and your well-being. Rest and reset are not luxuries. They are the rhythms that allow everything else to work. Give yourself permission to pause, rest, and reset for your well-being and productivity.

Sunday Reset Routine for a Calm and Organized Week

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Sunday is my favorite day to prepare for the week ahead. I call it my Sunday Reset. It is a routine that helps me with weekday readiness with less stress and more intention. As a Certified Professional Organizer, I know that small, consistent habits make the biggest difference in how we manage our time, energy, and environment. Here’s how I use Sundays to set myself (and my clients) up for success for the week ahead.

Tidy and Refresh Your Spaces

I start with a quick reset of my living areas, including the kitchen counters, bedroom, and living room. Just a 15–20 minute tidy-up gets everything back to its “home.” Clear spaces help Monday morning feel easier.

Pro tip: Set a timer for each room and work as a team with your family for each space. Working together, you accomplish so much so quickly.

Review Your Calendar and To-Do List

A big part of feeling organized is knowing what’s ahead. On Sundays, I review my calendar for appointments and commitments, then look over my to-do list for priorities. I make sure everything is captured. I look to see the transition time between appointments and set the travel time.

Pro tip: Choose your “top three” priorities for each day. These Most Important Tasks (MITs) make the biggest impact if completed. This helps you focus and avoid overwhelm.

Plan Meals and Groceries

Nothing derails a week faster than the nightly “What’s for dinner?” scramble. I plan simple meals, make a grocery list, and prep. I often start my crockpot with a double batch of a soup or protein.

Pro tip: Think in themes to add fun to your meal prep. Think Taco Tuesday, Pasta Wednesday, Soup Sunday to simplify planning. One-pot or a one tray dinners make for less cleanup.

Prepare for Monday

Before bed, I do a quick Monday prep to make the morning smoother. I pack my bags, charge all my technology, prep my lunch bag, and get my water bottle ready. These small steps make a big difference in how you start your week.

Pro tip: Help everyone in your family be prepared for the week ahead. Pack all the bags and have these ready at the landing strip near the exit.

A Sunday Reset Is a Gift to Yourself

Your Sunday Reset doesn’t have to look like mine or include all the steps I do. It’s about creating a pattern and routine that helps you feel prepared and peaceful. Think of it as an act of self-care that keeps your week flowing and your home (and mind) organized.

Ready to Start Your Own Sunday Reset?

Start small and choose one area to reset this Sunday and build from there. Progress, not perfection, makes all the difference. Remember this is a work in progress for you and everyone in your home.

25 Strategies to Get the Help and Support You Need When Life Feels Overwhelming

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Life has a way of throwing curveballs, including unexpected stress, tight deadlines, family chaos, and feeling stuck. You might be in the middle of a big transition with a new job, move, health scare, or family dynamics. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition or simply having a hard week, it’s important to remember that you don’t have to go it alone. There are many ways to get support that help in big and small ways. Here are 25 practical, encouraging ways to seek support when you need it.

Text a trusted friend.

This might be the easiest way to get support. Sometimes all it takes is a “Hey, I’m having a rough day” to feel seen and heard. Remember boundaries, but also reach out.

Ask for a hug. 

Human connection and physical comfort go a long way to calm anxiety and stress. Most people are huggers and are happy to have that contact with you.

Join a Support Group

Whether it’s for grief, parenting, ADHD, or caregiving, shared experience builds strength. Support groups exist both in real life and online. Choose a group you can easily feel comfortable with.

Book a therapy, coaching, or organizing session. 

Professional support is one of the strongest tools you can give yourself. When you are ready, you can make the most of that session. If you know that you might be ready, start identifying the person who can offer what you need.

Call a helpline.

National and local hotlines are available 24/7 for confidential, non-judgmental help. This anonymous support can make it easier to feel supported.

Be specific about what you need. 

People offer support, and we rarely accept it. Be direct: “Can you listen without fixing?” or “I need help with dinner tonight.”

Share your To Do list.

Asking a friend or partner to divide tasks can make overwhelming days feel lighter. Lightening the emotional load and the decision-making can free you up.

Schedule a check-in call with a friend. 

Connection to others makes us feel heard. Set a weekly or daily time to talk to someone who fills your cup.

Join an online community. 

There are safe, kind spaces online where people share encouragement and resources. These are supportive community groups that include major illnesses, location, parenting, and more.

Ask for help from your family. 

Family can help you when you share specific needs with them. That includes can you drop off dinner, pick up the kiddos, or do an extra load of laundry?

Use mental health apps. 

Apps are a remarkably easy support. These cost pennies with daily use. Apps like Calm, Headspace, or BetterHelp can give immediate support. Apps like Finch and Daylio offer you ways to gather data. Your health app on your phone or bio data tech gives you insight into your rest, hydration and well-being.

Find a mentor. 

Professional guidance offers both accountability and encouragement. A mentor encourages you while shepherding you through work.

Accept meals from others. 

The first people to reach out are usually those offering meals. Accepting this help is a great first step.

Create a group text for daily support. 

A circle of friends cheering you on daily is powerful. Many friends also appreciate being a part of daily communication through text.

Hire help. 

If it’s within your means, outsourcing tasks can lift a huge burden. There are dog walkers, gardeners, cleaning people, professional organizers and more.

Write out the steps. 

Write a note that details the baby steps needed to accomplish a task. Breaking tasks into microtasks makes it much easier.

Reconnect with someone you miss. 

Sometimes support comes from the past. Reconnecting with an old friend may be exactly who you need now.

Lean on your faith and spiritual foundation

Prayer, meditation, and shared belief offer grounding and strength. Leaning on your faith strengthens your connection to God.

Ask a buddy to join you for body doubling. 

Tackling paperwork, appointments, or even decluttering is easier together. Ask that person to be a support by working alongside you on their own work.

Let those around you know you are struggling. 

Remember your boundaries; transparency can lead to compassion and accommodations. Sharing often leads to better connections with others when people are mutually helping each other.

Use journaling to get clarity. 

Writing can help you identify exactly what kind of support you need.

Let go of perfectionism. 

You are often hardest on yourself with negative self-talk. Give yourself grace to perform at a level that works for you.

Say “yes” to offers. 

Accepting help is difficult for many. You can share specifically what you need when asked.

Create a self-care routine that meets your level of need. 

There are many ways that a routine helps you. A standing walk with a friend, regular therapy or coaching, or routine group chats create steady support.

Give yourself grace. 

Rest when you need rest. Lower your expectations of yourself. Give yourself the grace you would give a friend.

When life gets heavy, use one or more of these strategies to lighten the load. Reach out, speak up, accept help. There is strength in support and all it takes is you asking and accepting help.

Why Asking for Help Feels So Hard and How to Take the First Step

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There’s a quiet myth many people carry that you are supposed to do things by yourself and to figure things out on your own. Asking for help somehow means you are not capable enough or strong enough. Instead of asking for help, you struggle and get frustrated. It may be time to recognize that asking for help isn’t a weakness or a flaw. It is truly a form of self-care. Like any skill, it can be learned in small, manageable steps.

What holds people back from asking for help?

There are many reasons that people hold back. Do you worry about what others will think? This fear can feel very real, even when it’s not grounded in how people actually respond. Do you think you SHOULD be able to do this yourself?  Many people think that being self-sufficient is a sign of strength. Asking for help can feel like giving that up. Perhaps you don’t know what help you need. When you don’t fully understand what you need, asking for help can feel overwhelming. While you may feel any of these, the truth is that asking for help is a learning process. It is a sign of self-awareness and growth.

 

Assessing what help looks like

You have lots of help around you. You are likely already asking your phone for directions or search ChatGPT for information. Add to that who you think can be an asset in certain situations. Your grandkids or other family members are usually a go-to for tech help. Build a bigger team with therapists, coaches, certified professional organizers, doctors, and other professional supports. You can learn through traditional offerings, such as online or at a local spot.

 

Baby steps to start asking

Building a strategy for asking for help takes self-awareness and courage. Starting small helps you build confidence. You can intentionally learn how to ask for help once you realize this struggle. Ask for simple clarification on instructions, a quick opinion, or a recommendation. Yes,  you can ask Google or Chat GPT. However, asking another person might be a more reliable way to find the answer.

You can challenge your ‘I Should Do It All’ belief. When you catch yourself thinking, “I should be able to handle this on my own,” pause and question it. Ask, says who? Ask, why? Ask, why should I struggle on my own? Try replacing that thought with “It’s more fun to learn with the support of a team.” This small mental shift can make asking for help feel less like failure and more like a normal part of growth.

 

Letting go of doing it all

Remember, you don’t have to do it all of the time. It is finding a small entry point to your needs that makes it easier and easier to ask for help. Over time, you will feel more comfortable creating a system of resources around you to support you in various ways.

 

Progress here looks like one small ask, one moment of honesty, one step toward connection. If you find that others are scoffing at you, find a new resource. Look around and see what works best for you. For me, I love having a team to help me when I struggle because it builds relationships that overflow with joy. I find that growing and learning are part of who I am and what I love. In reframing asking for help in this way, I find it a joy to find those around me to help. Most people aren’t waiting to judge you. They’re waiting to understand how they can help. Start there.

The Joy of Purchasing Less

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As a Certified Professional Organizer, I help people create homes that bring feelings of joy, calm, and purpose. One of the most frequent conversations I have had recently is that the less they buy, the better they feel. In a culture that constantly encourages more options, more upgrades, just more in general, choosing to purchase less can feel countercultural. Yet it is one of the most joyful and empowering organizing decisions you can make.

Less in is less to manage

People are feeling overwhelmed by their stuff. Every item that enters your home requires time, space, and mental energy. There are decisions to make about what specific item will do the best job , be most affordable, and be easiest to use. Every item must be stored, cleaned, and maintained. Slowing down your purchasing reduces the volume of decisions and chores competing for your time and attention. Fewer items mean fewer piles, fewer systems, and fewer moments of frustration.

Choosing experiences over stuff

For families, birthdays and holidays bring in an overwhelming amount of toys and stuff. It is difficult to have conversations with family about what comes into your home from well-meaning relatives. Having a conversation is the first step in creating less stuff in your home.

Making items more accessible

When your home is not filled to the brim, you can easily find what you need. It prevents anxiety and frustration in searching for an item you know you have. Rooms feel lighter and more intentional.  There is access to items that help you manage daily life more easily. 

 

Choosing financial freedom

Buying less means spending less. This reduces financial stress and increases confidence in decision-making. When you are aligning your spending with goals, you are setting up your success and confidence. In any economy, you will feel empowered by your wise use of your resources. Making the decision to purchase less helps you feel in control.

Choosing sustainability

Fewer purchases mean less waste, less packaging, and less demand for constant production.

Gaining back your most precious asset, time

Purchasing less gives you back time to do what you love. Fewer returns of extra items and less time trying to find items you have gives you more time overall.

 

Examining connection and emotion

Give yourself the opportunity for reflection. Is purchasing an item a way to feel more confident? Is a purchase a substitute for a real connection? Are your purchases coming from a not-so-happy place? Take time this year for reflection about the meaning behind your purchases.

 

Choosing Joy Through Intention

You are not alone in the no-buy journey.  Many people are making this choice this year. The joy of purchasing less is about intention and saying yes to clarity, ease, and peace of mind. As a certified professional organizer, I can confidently say that one of the most effective organizing tools isn’t a bin or a label. It is the decision to bring less home in the first place.

2026 Word of the Year: Unhurried

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For many years now, I have chosen a word of the year as a guide for my intentions and purpose. A word of the year keeps me grounded and committed to a big thought for the year. It’s a tool that many people are adopting instead of new year resolutions. I love sharing this word annually here.

 

My Word of the Year: Unhurried

“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” 

Anne Lamont

 

The pace of life is one that requires you to do your best on a moment’s notice. This year, I want to take time to notice the small and big things, do my best work, and have time for the most precious people all around me. My word of the year is unhurried.  

These synonyms capture the essence of my word of the year.

  • Leisurely: Done without haste.
  • Deliberate: Slow and careful.
  • Measured: Thoughtful and steady.
  • Easygoing: Relaxed in manner or pace.
  • Methodical: Orderly and systematic. 

When you are working at what you consider full capacity and velocity, there are times you are moving too quickly. You might have missed a moment of conversation at the store that could have meant so much to you or the person in your conversation because of the need to get on to the next thing. You might not savored a beautiful sunrise or sunset to get started on the next task. This year, I want to be able to spend time deliberately and leisurely on priorities.

How to choose a Word of the Year

Picking a word of the year can bring clarity and focus to who we want to become and what we want to accomplish in life. A carefully chosen word is a type of guidepost to help us stay motivated as we move toward our goals throughout the year. Take time to reflect on what you want more of or less of in your life this year. It can be about professional or personal growth, global or specific.  I typically begin thinking in December of my word and wrap up in early January. Give yourself time to choose your word.

  • Pay attention to what you are paying attention to, says Adam Grant and John Green. What have you been saying to yourself that you need to do more or less of? Where have you been spending time, or need to spend time?
  • According to Inc writer Minda Zetlin, ask yourself these questions: What do I need? What’s in my way? What has to go? What needs to be done in me and through me
  • Try on several words of the year for a month. See how these fit with what you are prioritizing. Narrow your list of possibilities that have meaning to you. I usually narrow down to 2 or 3 words, then to my one word.

Once chosen, place your word where you can see it regularly to reflect on it and use it. That might be in your planner, on your bathroom mirror, or your computer desktop. Use it in your weekly planning as you review your tasks and the week ahead.

 

Check out all my Word of the Year posts here!

Surprise! Organizing on a Snow or Ice Day

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Snow days aren’t just for kids. Many love the idea of having an unexpected day with no plans and with everything cancelled. You have the joy of an unexpected gift of time. A surprise day off can be the perfect opportunity to rest and reset your home. As a Certified Professional Organizer, bite-sized, baby steps are the best way to organize. One focused day can make a meaningful difference. Here’s how to make the most of a snow or ice day intentionally.

Start with rest

The velocity of life is draining. You likely need time to rest. First off, permit yourself to do nothing. The most productive people make time for rest and reset. That is always a great first choice for surprise time off. Snow days can be a time of low energy, cozy vibes, and sometimes cabin fever. Use your energy wisely, and you will be happy with your plans.

 

Prioritize your options

While you cannot do it all, you can focus on what is most important and meaningful to you. Start by making a list of all the possibilities for organizing. You can find the pain points as a direction for your work. Review your list and add time allocations for each project. Now you are ready to determine what is the best use of your time and energy for that day. Options for the day are to choose one primary project and one small bonus task or three small organizing projects. Remember to put your perfectionism aside in order to accomplish more.

 

Set the stage

Before diving in, set yourself up for success. Put on comfy clothes and play your favorite music or podcast. Gather your supplies like bags or bags, post-it notes, paper, and markers. Be ready to work and dive in.

Project possibilities

  • Entryway or Landing Strip: Declutter shoes, outerwear, and bags. Toss trash and distribute items to their original homes. Assign homes for new items.
  • Paper piles, home office or command center: Sort mail and paper into recycle, shred, action, or file. Refresh your command center. Add tasks to your task list.
  • Digital or photo editing:  Edit documents on your computer or organize documents into files. Or edit photos on your phone and create albums to organize them.
  • Pantry or fridge reset: Toss expired items, group items together, and create zones for breakfast, baking, snacks, or lunch.

 

ADHD-Friendly Tips (Especially on Snow Days)

When you have an unstructured day, it is easy to get distracted. Use these tips to help you accomplish more.

  • Use a timer (25–45 minutes on, short break)

  • FaceTime or phone a friend or ask a family member to be a clutter buddy or body double.

  • Make note of where you stop to restart again. Write in your calendar the next date you can work on that area.

 

Celebrate the day

Wrap up your organizing work before dinner time. Review your successes and share with your family or friends. Get your boxes and bins to the car or curb.  Organizing on a snow or ice day is an intentional time to create peace of mind and calm in your life.

So the next time the forecast brings snow or ice, think of it as a pause button—and a chance to create a little more ease at home. ❄️

Smarter Routines: How to Simplify Your Day and Get More Done

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January is National Get Organized Month. For that reason, throughout the month, posts are about smarter ways to organize. 

The best organizing includes ways to routinely make life happen around you. Truly, routines aren’t about rigidity. Routines create a structure that supports your life instead of complicating it. As a Certified Professional Organizer, I’ve seen firsthand how smarter routines can transform busy households, improve productivity, and reduce stress. The key is to focus on systems that are simple, repeatable, and adaptable. Creating smart routines supports you best.

Start with the high-impact routines

Not all tasks carry the same weight. Identify the tasks that have the biggest impact on your day. These become your anchors throughout the day at home and at work.

For example:

  • Preparing breakfast and packing lunches the night before

  • Reviewing your daily schedule or priorities

  • Setting aside time for exercise or self-care

When you build routines around these high-impact tasks, the rest of your day falls into place more easily. You can start with just one of these and build on as you see your success.

Build micro-routines for consistency

Smarter routines don’t need to be complicated. Small, repeatable habits are considered micro-routines. A five-minute morning tidy-up, a nightly “landing strip” check for keys and devices, or a weekly planning session can create big results with minimal effort. These small tasks make it easier throughout the day.

Use time blocks

Instead of jumping between tasks, group similar activities together. Time blocking reduces decision fatigue and helps you focus. Batching makes it easier for you to focus. For example:

  • Morning block: emails and work priorities
  • Afternoon block: errands or household chores
  • Evening block: family time and prep for the next day
  • Batch mail processing once a week
  • Batch meal planning and prep on Sundays

This method makes your routine more predictable and sustainable. It creates calm and order by using the same time of day for the same tasks.

Automate and delegate when possible

Smarter routines lean on tools and people to lighten the load. You do not have to do it all. Automate bill payments, reminders, and recurring tasks. Delegate chores to family members according to their strengths. The goal is completion and sustainability.

Build flexibility into your routine

Life is unpredictable. The smartest routines allow for wiggle room and have white space on your calendar. Rarely does a plan go perfectly. If an unexpected appointment arises, your system can bend without breaking. Think of routines as guidelines with extra oomph. Allow for tweaking your routines at an interval that works for you.

The Get Organized Month Takeaway

Smarter routines aren’t about squeezing every minute or being “perfect.” They’re about building intentional, repeatable systems that simplify your day and reduce stress. Start small, focus on high-impact areas, and refine as you go. Over time, these routines create a foundation for a more organized, calm, and productive life.

Have a Holly Jolly Holiday (With Holiday Self Care)

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The holiday season is filled to the brim with activities and time together.  There’s lots of excitement, not to mention lots of organizing and things to do. Your planning often is about taking care of others and insuring everyone’s happiness. This year we need to practice packing some extra self care with our holiday bags. Check out these ideas to add self care to your holiday planning.

 

Schedule time for self care

It is easy to think, with so much extra to do, when do I have time for self care? Self care is more important during busy times because it is the fuel that keeps you going.  Create self care routines at the same time daily. These priorities can be at the beginning of the day to give you a strong start to each day or at the end of the day to ensure your rest.

 

Keep your gratitude practice going strong

Appreciating the blessings in your life remind us of all that is good and positive.  Whether it is writing a text to a friend, writing in your journal or a note to yourself, keep your practice intact during the holiday season.

 

Acknowledge emotions

During the holidays we experience a range of emotions.  Whether happy, sad, overwhelmed or frenzied, it is good to  name emotions. We can acknowledge what we are experiencing and process this. Give yourself time to pause. Check in with your feelings, acknowledge and sort through the reasons behind these. Manage your expectations and keep these in line with what you can physically and emotionally manage.

 

Keep a list of self care options

When we start down a negative path, we want to have options to make a change. Make your own list of relaxation activities. This can include taking a walk to see holiday lights, sitting down with a hot cup of cocoa, putting on fuzzy slippers for the rest of the day, or any number of soothing activities.

 

Well being first

We all know that our physical wellbeing is critical.  Be sure you keep your health routines like sleep and diet as much as you can. While there are times for a late night and special treats, keeping to your regular bedtime and meals with protein give you the energy and emotional stability you need.

 

It will be a holly jolly holiday in all ways when you take time for your self care.

 

 

 

25 Simple Self-Care Choices to Nurture Your Whole Self and Space

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As a Certified Professional Organizer, I often talk about decluttering our homes, productivity strategies, creating systems, and finding peace in order. But there’s another layer to being truly organized—and that’s self-care. When we care for ourselves, we’re better equipped to care for others, manage our responsibilities, and feel calm in the chaos. One of my favorite quotes is “Put your own oxygen mask on first.” Putting self-care into action is just that!

Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. It’s simply about tuning in to what you need and giving yourself permission to rest, recharge, or refocus. Don’t wait until you are burning the candle at both ends and you feel like burnt toast. Here are 25 friendly, simple self-care choices that can support your whole self.

Keeping up with self-care for nurturing your mind and brain. 

  • Read for pleasure. Readers are leaders. Choose a topic you love and get lost in a book. Reading at night is a great way to get ready for rest.
  • Write in a journal. Process the day or get your thoughts out with daily journaling.
  • Say “no” without guilt. Easier said than done, being aware of when to say “no” protects your energy and your emotions. Boundaries are a form of self-care.
  • Unplug for an hour whether it is a nap, or simply sitting. Silence the noise with a meditation moment and give your brain a break.
  • Practice gratitude. This daily practice of jotting down three things you’re grateful for changes your entire perspective on life.
  • Try a puzzle, crossword, or game. These are ways to give your brain a playful challenge. Learning something new is another springboard to brain health.
  • Declutter one small area. Feeling the energy to toss? A clear space can help clear your mind.
  • Take a learning break. Listening to a podcast or TED talk inspires and informs you.

Take good care of your physical self. 

  • Take a walk outside. Especially as a start to the day, fresh air and movement can shift your whole mood. Step outside for 10 minutes.
  • Stretch for five minutes. We hold so much tension in our bodies, especially our necks. Release tension and reset your posture.
  • Drink more water.  Enhance your brain power with hydration. Hydration can work wonders for your energy and focus.
  • Take a nap. The wonder of rest can make all the difference. Choose a nap when you feel fatigue coming on.
  • Try a new healthy recipe. Each season calls us to cook differently. For summer, choose fresh-in-season veggies and salads. For winter make a pot of soups or stew.
  • Put on comfy clothes. Each evening I change into jammies especially early to feel comfy. Even just changing into cozy socks can feel like a reset.
  • Sway, tap your toes, or dance to your favorite song. Movement + joy = instant mood boost.
  • Have a “do nothing” moment. A pause makes the biggest difference at times. Regroup, sit, breathe, or stand to give yourself a moment.

Create a space that nurtures you. 

  • Make your bed. Notice how beautiful and inviting your room looks! A simple act that starts your day with a win.
  • Light a candle or choose a diffuser. Scents are a powerful way to soothe and signal relaxation.
  • Tidy a surface. A cleared counter gives us a sense of order, calm, and clarity. This visual cue signals us to slow down.
  • Set a 10-minute timer to clean or organize. A short burst of tidying and organizing can be rewarding.
  • Bring in something fresh. Change the vibe of your space with a plant, flowers, or a new pillow
  • Create a cozy corner. Adding a chair, blanket, and light can create your recharge zone. Adding cozy blankets to any spot makes that an area to reset.
  • Play calming music. From Pandora to Spotify, music is around us. Let sound soothe your space.
  • Put something away that’s been bothering you. That undone task is nagging you. Just do one small task to tidy, Tiny wins build momentum.
  • Create a reset time daily. A tidy space encourages peace and purpose.

Remember that you are worthy of setting aside time for self-care. Your mind and body require this. Connect to yourself, your needs, and what helps you feel more grounded, together, and whole. You don’t need to do all 25 things today or any day. Just pick one that resonates, and let it be enough to bring you clarity and calm. When you’re caring for yourself, your mind is clear, your body cared for, and your space nurtured. That’s when life feels a little lighter, easier, more orderly, and more beautiful.

What’s your favorite form of self-care? I’d love to hear how you make space for yourself in your day. 💛