It’s inspiring reading about what works for other people, and there’s something comforting knowing that we go through similar struggles, even in very different context.
At this stage in my life, I’ve embraced many Step 0 activities. For instance, I’ve instituted “do nothing days” in which I stay at home, clear my schedule, allow myself to be bored / reflect, and listen to my body. It is such a nice balance to the hectic nature of life otherwise.
Other activities that work for me:
– Gentle physical activities (stretching, yoga, foam-rolling)
– Staring into space
– Gardening or just puttering in the garden
– NSDR / yoga nidra
– Closing my eyes / napping in the early afternoon
– Having a phone-free bedroom
– Waking up without an alarm
I’d like to be off my phone and laptop more (e.g. doomscrolling, eating while watching something) and eat healthier (less oil, sugar).