We’ve all been stuck in a rut before. Whether it’s because we’re lacking motivation, stressed out and tired, or bored of the same old routine day in and day out, getting stuck is an inevitable part of life.
Sometimes we just fall off the bandwagon and begin to feel a little discontent with the way things are going.
Maybe you’ve hit a wall on a project, or maybe you haven’t been eating well and now you feel sluggish all the time. Or perhaps you’ve fallen into the comparison trap, and you’re wondering why your life isn’t as interesting as someone else’s.
PSA: It’s okay to feel discontent. Truly it is. No one is ever going to feel content with their life 100% of the time.
What’s important is having the tools you need to get yourself un-stuck whenever you need to.
I’m a big believer in taking care of your mind, body, and soul every single day. My technique for getting out of a slump is to focus on doing things that are going to improve those three areas of your life.
Once you give your mind, body, and soul the attention they deserve, you’ll feel refreshed, rejuvenated, and more content with your life.
How does one do this? Well, if you’re in a rut and feel like you just need to reset yourself, here’s how to get your mind, body, and soul back on track!
10 Simple Ways To Reset Your Mind, Body, And Soul
1. Drink lemon water first thing.
Start your mornings off with a big dose of hydration by drinking a cup of hot water with a slice of lemon. Lemon water helps rejuvenate dull skin and helps you digest food better so you’ll be less bloated throughout the day.
2. Do a self-care power hour.
If you want to start or get back into a morning routine, try squeezing in some good ol’ self-care with the power hour method. I have a whole post about this here, but basically you’ll want to spend 20 minutes doing something for your mind, then your body, and then your soul. It’s the number one thing that gets me out of bed in the morning.
3. Treat your skin.
Brush: I love dry brushing my skin before a shower because it gets your blood flowing, unclogs pores, and helps to remove any dead skin. Start at your feet and move upwards in long sweeping motions toward your heart. Here’s a dry brush I’d recommend.
Scrub: What better way to get your skin back into its supple state than with a good body scrub. I like this Illuminating Coconut and Hibiscus Scrub from SheaMoisture.
Glow: If your skin is looking a little lackluster, rosehip oil is an amazing thing to use on your face before bed because it helps even out skin tone and creates a glowing complexion. Try this Organic Rosehip Oil from Teddie Organics!
4. Get some fresh air.
Go outside on your lunch break or whenever you have 10 minutes to spare (*cough* make the time) without your phone, and take some time to notice your surroundings, feel the air on your skin, and take in some long, deep, and reflective breaths.
5. Declutter your digital life.
Give yourself fewer options for distraction by deleting apps you don’t use, emails you don’t need, and bookmarks you aren’t going to read.
Related Post: Digital Detox: What I’ve Learned From Unplugging Once A Week
6. Up your fruit and veggie intake.
Maybe you’ve been feeling a little lethargic from your food choices lately. If so, try adding in more of the good stuff – think fruit smoothies with spinach, a hearty salad for lunch, and a big ol’ pile of veggies as a side for dinner. Sometimes we immediately try to cut things out when we’re trying to get healthier, but adding things in is a much better approach in my opinion.
7. Try positive affirmations.
Give yourself some words of encouragement, even if it feels silly (trust me, I know it does). I like to write mine in my planner each morning. Think about what you struggle with and turn them into positive statements. Here are some ideas:
- I am safe and secure
- I have everything I already need
- I am unique and interesting
Related: The Daily Bliss Planner
8. Freshen up your desk space.
I recently rearranged my entire desk space, and it’s amazing how a little change can increase your productivity tenfold. Give your area a clean, rearrange your things, and get rid of any clutter you don’t need. I also recommend keeping a room mist like this one to freshen up your area whenever you need to.
9. Focus on one thing at a time.
“Never half-ass two things. Whole-ass one thing.” – Ron Swanson
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list, get serious about your priorities and figure out what you can let go of for now. Focus on one thing at a time, even if you’re afraid of forgetting something. Also, check out this post about what to do when you have too much to do.
10. Go somewhere new.
Even if you can’t get very far, explore a town or area near you that you’ve never been to. Find a new trail to walk on, work from a different coffee shop, or even take a different route to work to switch things up. Once you change your routine a little, you’ll be out of that slump in no time.
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One thing at a time, simplifying the digital life, drinking water… I love these tips!
Thanks so much, Emily! They’re all such small things but can make a world of difference!
love number 3! going to be checking out those brushes and oils you recommended :)
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I’m a sucker for a good beauty routine, and those ones always make the cut! Haha
I just recently discovered your blog & I’m honestly so glad I did! :) Absolutely loved this post, you mentioned some really important points here. For me whenever I’m feeling down, stressed out or I’m in a rut 4 & 9 work best for me to get back on track. There’s nothing better than a refreshing walk to get some air & clear out your head x
Sara / AboutLittleThiings
I’m so glad you found my blog, Sara! Going outside and getting away from my desk is definitely the #1 thing that helps me clear my head too xo
LOVE this!
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Thanks so much! <3
I got a dry brush last year as a gift and I haven’t used it yet. But you’ve just convinced me :D
Yesss! I know I was totally confused about what I was supposed to do with it at first, but now it’s like a daily ritual. Let me know if you dig it! xo
I also really want to try dry brushing – I’ve heard such great things! Thanks for sharing x
It’s kind of a weird feeling brushing your skin, but it definitely does some good!
Okay, so I’m pretty much in love with your idea about a self-care power hour. That is such a simple idea, but it makes so much sense! There is always time to love on yourself for an hour. This whole post is just wonderful. <3
Thanks, Julia! And you can even make it shorter if you need to! I just think it’s so important to take care of your mind, body, and soul every single day xo
Love this!! a power hour for self care is an amazing idea!
Thanks, Liz! Give it a go and let me know what you think xo
Awesome post, love it! I’m good on 7, but need to get heaps better at 6…. fruit and veg have been sadly lacking in my life lately. I’ve tried dry brushing before but didn’t persist….I must get back to it. Love a good coconut scrub! Linda.
Hey, Linda! I do alright with my fruit intake, but veggies are not my favorite thing in the world. I’ve found that dousing them in lemon juice really helps though!
I like spritzing olive oil over them and grinding some pepper. I’ll have to try the lemon juice!!
All these things are essential to have in your life I believe but I try to make all these changes at the same time it becomes to much so i dont end up doing any so the key point to me in this is 1 change at a time or just a couple. ??
Absolutely! This list is definitely meant to be taken one thing at a time :)
I love this. So much. These are such easy things to do, and I can see exactly how each one would benefit my whole self. I have been a huge proponent of just getting your butt outside for a few minutes since I landed my first desk job (after being a classroom teacher) a few years ago. Now I’m looking for a new gig and building a blog, and I still practice this—especially when the days are discouraging! Now, about the skin care… yep, that’s the next step. Thanks for this! :)
Hey, Catherine (great name btw). I know what you mean about getting outside when you work at a desk. I always try to take the stairs in my building and go for a walk on my lunch break because otherwise I feel so sluggish!
amazing post,so helpful,thank you for sharing
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Thank you! <3
Thank you for this, Catherine! I’ve found being inspired comes and goes, and your tips sound perfect to get back into the flow. Will bookmark for the next time I need them and share on Twitter!
I totally know what you mean about inspiration coming and going, Daisy! Sometimes you have to reset in order to get it back…or accept the fact that it’s gone for a little while and just do something new haha.
I just shared this great post with my mailing list today, and I’m sure they’ll love it too. Thanks again!
What a great post Catherine!! I loved it – and I kind of needed it just now because I’ve been in a little bit of a big rut this past weekend. Your post made a lot easier to look on the bright side just now. Thank you so much for it. And I agree with every tip you gave. Especially the lemon water – I’ve been doing this for probably over two years and I just love it <<3
Have a fantastic start into the new week!
xx Ronja
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{ CREATE THE LIFE YOU LOVE }
So awesome to hear that you’ve been drinking lemon water for that long! Definitely a good morning ritual to have. Thanks so much for your positivity, Ronja xo
These are great tips! Love them all! Thank you :)
Thank you, Stacie!
I love this post and I feel like maybe a lot of people are feeling this way because just yesterday I wrote a post called “How To Get Out of a Major Funk” and a lot of the points we made are similar! I really like the self care power hour idea, I feel like I sometimes do that intuitively and don’t even realize it.
xoxo
Danielle
http://www.afloatonafullsea.com
Your post was amazing, Danielle. Totally cracked up at all of the gifs lol.
I love #2! You definitely have me thinking of scheduling a weekly power hour for ME – because I hardly ever get time to do something purely to relax. Thanks for the tips! <3
Yeah, girl! Schedule in that me time. Let me know if you end up trying the power hour! xo
Decluttering (or just cleaning/tidying up in general) is a HUGE thing for me. I get subconsciously stressed out when there is too much “stuff” piling up around me, online, etc. Once I purge the necessary items or distractions, I can really relax and focus on important tasks much better.
This is a great list, Catherine! :)
– Bria | http://www.mondayrebel.com/blog
I am right there with you! I can’t work until my space is decluttered haha. Thanks so much, Bria!
I love these ideas! I recently started drinking lemon water in the morning and have been so surprised at what a difference it has made in my day. I still can’t even believe I’m saying this, but it’s enabled me to jump start my day without coffee. It’s amazing!
Lovely post. Thank you for sharing!
Love your list!
Take it easy on the lemon water. My Italian friend drank it every day and the acid destroyed her teeth. Cucumber might be safer.
Thanks for sharing!
I’m so glad I stumbled upon your blog. Thank you so much for your writing! I hope one day my blog will embrace the philosophy and wisdom yours does.
Raza from http://www.implicitsimplicity.blogspot.com
Amen to cleansing your digital life! I think that makes a huge difference in the way we see ourselves and the world around us. It’s so easy to fall into that trap and once we do a deep cleanse- it can make a huge difference.
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Thank you for a helpful post, and especially rare is to find one without ads cluttering it up. This really lends to the whole realaxing vibe of self care I was looking for tonight!
So glad to hear that, Christa!
I love this especially upping the fruit and vegetable intake. Most people don’t realize that the food that we eat have a great effect on the way we feel!
Love this! I find having the right morning routine is especially important. ❤️
Hi Catherine,
Just came across your blog, as I have started my own. I love the part about clearing the clutter, I have been doing this lately and I think this must be the most underrated tip and it is free!
Hey, there! Self-care is such an important part of our wellness. I also love daily affirmations because they help me balance at one thing at a time. To explore new places – it definitely keeps me alive! ?
I really needed this post…. I love everything you have advised and will try everything… I honestly feel better seeing all these comments to know that many people are just like me and need to hit that reset button every now and then… Thank you!
Thank you for this. I really needed some ways to reset my life and self care. I’m going through some stuff and your post came up<3 thank you.
I’m glad you found this post, Jenny!
Thank you so much. That is everything I need now, restart and love myself more ?
You’re so welcome, Jennifer!
It says 10, but shows only 3, where can I find the rest?
I just fixed the post! Not sure what happened there but the rest got cut off.
Thanks for the information!!