Summer has been magical this year — sailing trips, island hopping, dancing until sunrise at festivals, sunny BBQ days with family, and countless laughs with friends.
I loved every moment, but now, as September begins, I feel a little worn out. My energy feels lower, and I’m craving calm, quiet moments to recharge.
If you’re feeling this too, it’s completely normal.
Summer is beautiful, but it can leave us a little out of rhythm.
That’s why I love doing a gentle life reset. A soft way to slow down, reconnect with myself, and step into autumn feeling grounded and calm.
Step 1: Reflect on Your Summer
Before planning what’s next, I like to pause and look back.
What brought me joy? What left me feeling drained?
Mini exercise – 10 minutes
- What were three moments that truly made me feel alive this summer?
- What drained my energy or left me feeling stressed?
- What lessons did I learn about myself?
Example from me:
Having so many plans was fun, but also pretty exhausting.
Next summer, I want to try making a few fewer plans and giving myself more calm, quiet time, even if it’s just sitting in the park or relaxing at the beach.
Step 2: Clear Your Space
Cluttered surroundings create cluttered minds.
A small reset in your space can lead to big mental clarity.
Mini exercise:
- Choose one area to tidy, such as a desk, drawer, closet, or digital inbox.
- Notice how you feel afterward.
Digital declutter:
- Unfollow accounts that don’t uplift you.
- Unsubscribe from emails you never read.
- Turn off notifications for a few hours.
Example from me:
I turned off all my notifications and decided to check apps only on my own time. If I notice myself overusing them, I’ll ensure it’s just once or twice a day for 15–30 minutes. It’s way too easy to get lost in mindless scrolling!
Step 3: Set Tiny Intentions
Big resolutions can feel overwhelming.
I prefer small, doable intentions that actually feel good.
Mini exercise:
Write down 2–3 small intentions for September.
Ask yourself:
“What is realistic and enjoyable for me?”
Ideas:
- Take a morning walk three times a week.
- Journal for 10 minutes before bed.
- Say “no” to things that don’t feel right, without guilt.
Small steps over time create real change, without stress or pressure.
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Step 4: Reintroduce Gentle Routines
After summer, I crave a little structure, but it doesn’t need to be strict.
Gentle routines help me feel grounded.
Mini exercise — choose 2–3 to reintroduce:
- slow mornings with meditation
- reading before bed
- a short stretch or yoga session
- weekly solo café time
Example from me:
I plan to attend yoga three times a week. This little routine makes me feel calm, focused, and happy.
Step 5: Make Time for Yourself
There’s a Japanese word I love: Seijaku — profound peace and stillness found in moments of solitude.
Alone time isn’t loneliness; it’s a magical space for self-discovery and renewal.
Mini exercise — schedule one Seijaku moment this week:
- a solo walk in nature
- reading outside
- sitting quietly with tea, doing nothing
- visiting your favourite café alone
This is where I recharge, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most.
Step 6: Release Self-Doubt and Comparison
Self-doubt sneaks in quietly or sometimes loudly.
It’s tempting to compare ourselves to others, especially after a busy summer filled with social media highlights.
Mini exercise:
- Pause and ask yourself: “Is this thought helping me, or holding me back?”
- If it’s holding you back, let it go gently.
- Focus on one small action you can take right now.
Example from me:
Instead of scrolling endlessly and comparing myself, I send a thoughtful message to a friend or go for a walk alone.
Small actions help me feel grounded and confident.
→ If you’d like to go deeper into overcoming self-doubt and rebuilding confidence, I wrote a blog post that might support you:
How to Overcome Self-Doubt & Build Inner Confidence
Step 7: Celebrate Every Little Win
Resetting isn’t about perfection, it’s about awareness and gentleness. Celebrate every small step you take.
Mini exercise — each night this week:
Write down one thing you did that supported your reset.
Big or small, it all counts.
Example from me:
Making it to the gym three times a week has made me feel proud of myself, and I know my body is thanking me for it too.
Step 8: Invite Autumn with Intention
Take a soft moment to reflect on what you want to carry into the new season. What energy do you want to embrace? What can you release?
Mini Exercise — choose 3 words to guide your autumn:
- write them on your desk
- save them as your phone wallpaper
- say them out loud in the mornings
Example from me:
This September, my words are: calm, clarity, joy.
They guide how I move through each day.
Your Gentle Life Reset Challenge
This month, try this:
Pick one step from this guide each day and fully commit to it.
By the end of the week, notice how it feels to approach life gently, intentionally, and with more awareness.
Give yourself permission to start softly. 🌿
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