Spring cleaning is not a new notion, it dates back thousands of years with roots in religious and cultural traditions. In the 19th century, Spring cleaning evolved into the practice we recognize today. With the sun finally coming out, inviting the warmer weather of spring, people used this as an opportunity to open their windows and let in the fresh air. Today, we’ve rebranded it as a spring reset, a time to hit pause on life and declutter every aspect from our health and homes to our eating habits. So, as the sunshine pours in, let’s embrace a fresh start with our best Spring reset tips for every woman’s health!
Reset Your Home
Cleaning your house can actually help your mental health. Yes, you read that right. Clutter is scientifically proven to cause stress and anxiety because it distracts your brain and leads to what neuroscientists call ‘cognitive overload.’ One easy way to reset your mind is by resetting your space.
Don’t stress, transitioning into spring can take time. We recommend tackling one room each weekend. Maybe one weekend, you focus just on your closet! That way, the idea of overhauling your house won’t feel overwhelming, and you won’t give up before you start.
You’d be surprised how much lighter you feel when your favorite sweater is neatly folded in your closet instead of buried in a pile on the floor.
Speaking of your closet, spring is also a great time to sort through clothes you don’t wear. A good rule of thumb: if you haven’t worn it in the past year, it’s probably time to donate or sell it so someone else can enjoy it!
Reset Your Gut Health
Listen, we’re not ones to promote diet culture, but there’s definitely something to be said for how food affects your overall health. Poor gut health can cause inflammation, which affects everything from your hormones and thyroid to your menstrual cycle. In other words, your diet might be making your period cramps worse!
What better time to reset your gut health than spring? Start by cleaning out your fridge—toss anything expired or unhealthy. Then, simplify your diet. Make a grocery list filled with foods that fuel you and help you feel your best.
The Ultimate Routine Reset
Three months into the year, resetting your routine can feel intimidating. But don’t worry, small changes can make a big difference in your overall health.
One of the biggest distractions in our daily lives is also something that can help us: technology. And the biggest culprit? Your phone. Instead of letting it control your time, make it work for you.
Tired of seeing that dreaded “Your screen time went up this week” notification and feeling disappointed in yourself? Try removing your phone from your morning and nighttime routine! Make a rule not to check your phone while in bed. Grabbing your phone first thing in the morning isn’t exactly setting you up for success. Instead, take the first and last 30 minutes of your day to be phone-free. Give it a week and see how you feel; you might never want to go back!
Reset Your Schedule
Now, let’s talk about how to make your phone work for you. If you’re not the type to plan everything, you might roll your eyes at the friend who schedules Google invites for every hangout, but using a calendar can actually help you be more intentional with your time.
Use your calendar for more than just work. Schedule things that enrich your life—like catching up with a friend, making time for your favorite hobby, going for a walk, or even scheduling rest. That way, when you look at your week, you’ll know you’ve carved out time for yourself, even in the midst of the chaos.
Decide the Winter Blues Are Over!
Resetting your life doesn’t mean changing who you are, it’s about taking a step toward where you want to be. Loving yourself means being intentional in all aspects of life, your health, your mind, your home, and your routine. Spring is the perfect time to pause, reflect, and decide what to clear out and what’s worth keeping.
Be intentional about removing anything that doesn’t help you become the person you want to be.
Love yourself by creating routines that bring you joy and support your health.
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