The Little Rituals That Keep Us Going

“Nearly 2,000 people shared practices that anchor and animate their days. Below is an edited selection of some of our favorites — ways to stay grounded, become healthier or just a little bit happier. Read through to get inspired, and tell us about your non-negotiables in the comments.

Make your mornings better.

I use different plates for breakfast on the weekends. Rather than the grab-and-go-shovel-in-the-food weekday morning routine, my bright blue and yellow plates with bread, jams and fruit are a reminder to enjoy life, slow down and savor.

— Daniela Reik, Manhattan

Walk this way.

I watch the shops and restaurants open up, and see others walking with their dogs or strollers. I am grateful and my blood pressure thanks me too.

— Sam Chaim, Delray Beach, Fla.

Be with your people …

Having tea with my 11-year-old son after school. He likes iced mint tea with some honey; I go for English Breakfast with a splash of soy milk. It’s our time to connect, joke around and chat about the day. It doesn’t have to last long — maybe 15 to 20 minutes. I cherish this mom-son teatime and look forward to it every school day!

— Kamal Kapadia, Berkeley, Calif.

Take a break.

Three p.m. siesta with my legs elevated on a stack of couch cushions and laying on my back for 30 to 60 minutes.

— James Lasley, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

Practice your passions.

I started an art practice a while ago — 15 minutes painting in a sketchbook first thing in the morning before I’ve even finished a cup of coffee. There is much less pressure if I know I only have 15 minutes. I can easily experiment, but mostly I’m just happy to go into the world having exercised my creativity a bit.

— Mary E. Lee, Minneapolis

End the day well.

I take a shower right before bed. Even if it’s one minute long. Even if the water is cold. Even if I don’t wash anything. I just need to stand under the water to reset and find a moment of calm, totally alone, before falling asleep.

— Caitlyn Burford, Redmond, Ore.”

Read the full article on The New York Times

✨Takeaway: Everyone has daily rituals that serve as both a motivator and anchor. These are some of people’s favorite methods for staying grounded, healthy, and happy! Take some inspiration from others and share some of the little rituals you have that keep you going!

✨Reflection: What are your wellness “non-negotiables?”

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