Thereโs something special in the act of doing relaxing home rituals that help us slow down, and the thoughtfulness of the gesture always shines through.
Think about it as an act of self-care, a gift to yourself that gives as long as you let it.
To keep a ritual, whether monthly or daily, is to promise yourself a moment to breathe.
And thereโs no better place to pause and reflect than the sanctuary you call home.
Here my relaxing home rituals without leaving your favorite spaces.
All those are rituals that help me de-stress from my day.
Steep and Sip
The art of brewing and serving tea traces its roots as far back as IX century Asia, where tea ceremonies were practiced as a way to harmonize with the natural world.
Each step was a form of meditation with a focus on the quiet enjoyment of the present moment.
At home, you can keep the zen, saying goodbye to the strict procedure: all you have to do is slowly savor a warm, delicious cup.
Pro tip: Gear up with a teapot and set of mugs that suit your aesthetic and enjoy the moment.
Write It Down
We usually spend our days over keyboards that itโs easy to forget the beauty of putting pen to paper. No, I don’t mean scribbling a new clothing line or grocery lists or endless to-dos.
Just put the pen on the paper and merely letting thoughts and feelings flow.
Pro tip: keep a notebook on your nightstand for journaling before bed.
Light the Way
Lighting a candle is a simple ritual that awakens the senses: the scent of the wax, the flicker of the flame, and the warmth of the candleโs glow.
Pro tip: when you debut a new candle, always let it burn until the wax melts and pools to the vesselโs edges. That way, itโll melt evenly in the future, instead of tunneling in the center.
Stretch Out
You can steal a moment for meditation or simple yoga practice, in any room, at any time of day.
If youโre new to meditation, try closing your eyes and slowly counting your breaths for just five minutes. And yes, you may need to barricade against the interruptions of kids.
Pro tip: there are lots of apps and soundtracks you can download that guide you or give you a relaxing soundtrack.
Settle In
When it comes to your bedtime rituals, itโs all about powering down. You can trade your phone for a book (not an ebook!) and dim the lights at least a half-hour before you want to drift off.
Pro tip: This is an ideal moment for candles, journaling, meditation, or some caffeine-free tea.
All those relaxing home rituals are gathering ways to recharge that will make your whole home feel mystical, like a restful respite from the world outside.