134: Rest and Reset: One Simple Habit to Let go and Refresh

It’s nighttime, and you are winding down for the day.What habits or routines do you have to shake off the day and prepare yourself for sleep?Washing your face and brushing your teethTaking a bubble bath with essential oilsDrinking a cup of chamomile teaReadingMeditatingListening to a podcastHow about journaling?Journaling to let go of your day.This week, on Episode #134 of the Habit Thrive Podcast, we are discussing this one habit that has the potential for great benefits when it comes to resting and resetting from your day.Ask yourself: “What would I like to let go of from today?”It could be a conversation you had that left you feeling rattled.Or maybe it’s an un-made decision you have been stressing over all day.It could be unfinished items on your to-do list.Or perhaps just a worry, thought, or emotion you have been burdened with.It could be one thing, or a few things, or even a whole laundry list of things that have you feeling tense and unable to let go into sleep.Whatever it is for you, try writing it down - or just saying it out loud.Then, choose to let that go for now:Say out loud that you’re letting it goClose your eyes and think about letting it goPicture the stressors of your day floating awayCrumple up your piece of paper and throw it in the trashClose the journal and put it away for tomorrowExperiment with all of these approaches and see which ones work best for you.Take a deep breath.Release the tension.Relax, rest, and let go.Until tomorrow…Lorrie xoxoxLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond Loving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond