Recharge and Recalibrate:Making the Most of a Reset Day at Home

I am proud to be featured alongside several thoughtful mindfulness practitioners in this post by Julia Weaver on the Redfin blog. Here’s the opening excerpt including what I shared.

In the whirlwind of our daily lives, finding time to recharge can often feel like a luxury. Yet, amidst the hectic schedules and constant demands, carving out a “reset day” can be transformative. This day serves as a deliberate pause — a dedicated moment to recalibrate, rejuvenate, and reclaim balance. Whether you’re navigating a demanding career, juggling family responsibilities, or balancing both, crafting the perfect reset day at home is not just about relaxation but a strategic approach to restoring energy and clarity. Here, we explore how to curate a day that replenishes your spirit, enhances productivity, and cultivates a deeper sense of well-being in the midst of a bustling life.

Whether you live in an apartment in Des Moines, IA, a rental house in Minneapolis, MN, or a home in Columbia, MO, embracing the concept of a reset day can transform your living environment into a haven of tranquility and efficiency. From decluttering your space to practicing mindfulness, this Redfin article uncovers the secrets to a successful reset day and how this simple yet powerful practice can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

1. Practice yoga

Whether it’s a structured session with a video or a self-guided flow, yoga helps center your mind, improve flexibility, and promote a sense of calm.  This mindful movement not only refreshes your body but also resets your mind, preparing you for the week ahead with renewed energy and clarity. Try restorative yoga “When individuals are looking to practice yoga at home to relax and rest, I love to recommend restorative yoga for deep rest and healing,” advises Harpinder Kaur Mann, a yoga asana, meditation, and mindfulness teacher at  Harpinder Mann Yoga  in Los Angeles, CA. “Students can create a peaceful space at home with enough room to spread out, using soft lighting and props like blankets, pillows, and bolsters for support in poses. They can try supported child’s pose, reclining butterfly with a bolster under their back and knees supported, legs-up-the-wall pose, and supported savasana with a bolster under their knees. Hold each pose for 3-20 minutes, focusing on deep, relaxing breaths.”

Create a designated space for a yoga reset at home

“For your reset day, I recommend creating a yoga and meditation space in your home that gives you a sense of clarity, ease, and joy,” suggests Libby Nicholaou, founder of  Setu Yoga. “There are many special things one can include to achieve this, but ultimately it’s about your connection to them. For me, I always have a candle and palo santo, as I like to clear the energy in my space and calm my senses through fragrance. I incorporate objects from loved ones as a way to remember how I am held and supported — like blankets, jewelry, and gems. While I have recreated my space several times, I always like for it to be near natural light and away from technology, as a way to create a natural oasis.”