Feeling good every day:
small actions lead to big results
Taking care of your body and mind doesn’t have to be a constraint or require an intensive routine. Listen to what your body needs, make time for yourself… With simple gestures suited to you, you can find your balance, your motivation and a high quality of life.
When it comes to your well-being, every little step counts. A simple action, repeated regularly, is often enough to create a good momentum. Get into the habit of recapping once a week: what’s working for you in your schedule? What’s holding you back? Adjusting, removing, simplifying… these small adjustments can make your daily life smoother and more enjoyable.
Taking time to breathe
In our daily lives, filled with an overwhelming amount of information and to-do lists, we have lost the true art of taking a break. However, these moments of respite are essential to our mental well-being. Taking a few moments for yourself can change the way you experience your day. Start by identifying the periods of transition between different activities in your day, and turn them into simple routines. For example:- Avoid using your phone as soon as you wake up: start off by stretching, drinking a glass of water or coffee, or taking a shower before checking your notifications.
- After dropping the kids off at school, give yourself two minutes to take a breather before continuing with your day.
- Take a short walk after lunch, without headphones, just to get some fresh air and to help your digestion.
- Look out the window for a few seconds if you’re working on a screen, to rest your eyes and reconnect with the present moment.
- Create a pressure-free environment between your work and home life: a ten-minute walk or a few stretches on the way home should do it.
- Eat without watching TV or checking your phone, and enjoy your meal to the fullest.
- Prepare your body and mind for rest by avoiding any digital stimulation at least one hour before going to sleep.
Taking care of yourself without any prescription
Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean filling your day with extra obligations, but rather, organising your activities to preserve your energy. Here are a few ideas to work with:- Prioritise your tasks: every morning, write down 1 or 2 very important tasks, and leave the rest for later. This way, you’ll avoid exhausting yourself trying to do everything at once.
- Learn to say no: refusing an unnecessary request or postponing an appointment can free up your time and reduce your stress.
- Split up your projects: rather than trying to get everything done at once, break down your goals into small, manageable steps.
- Alternate stimulating activities with rest: for example, after a period of high stimulation, plan for a calm activity to recover.
- Keep track of your energy levels: regularly take note of what has recharged or tired you during the day or week, so you can adjust your pace.
Get enough sleep to recover properly
Don’t underestimate the importance of sleep—it’s vital! Getting quality sleep doesn’t require any radical changes. Reducing stimulations in the evening, slowing down a bit and setting a small ritual – reading a few pages, stretching, drinking herbal tea – is often enough to prepare the body for rest. By following these steps, your nights will become more stable, and your days far less overwhelming.When it comes to your well-being, every little step counts. A simple action, repeated regularly, is often enough to create a good momentum. Get into the habit of recapping once a week: what’s working for you in your schedule? What’s holding you back? Adjusting, removing, simplifying… these small adjustments can make your daily life smoother and more enjoyable.