Strategies to Create Stillness
Being still helps us to pause and reflect, creating inner peace and clarity. It helps us recharge and rejuvenate, reducing stress and improving overall well-being. Even if you don’t have much time, a few minutes can make a big difference!
Less Time and Planning
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do a body scan
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take a short, silent walk
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meditate
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use a coloring book
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knit, crochet, or bead
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walk or sit in nature
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do a guided meditation
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use a meditation app
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play relaxing music
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try mindful eating
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sit in silence
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use a binaural app
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take a bath
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use aromatherapy
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cloud watch
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drink a cup of tea
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belly breathe
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set an intention
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turn off device notifications
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set device reminders to take a mindfulness moment
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go barefoot
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watch a sunrise or sunset
More Time and Planning
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sign up for a breathwork class
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find or make a labyrinth and walk it
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read a book on mindfulness or meditation
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take a meditation course
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draw or paint
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do a digital detox
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attend a meditation retreat
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use a biofeedback device
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take a yoga class
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create a screen curfew
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do a silent retreat
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use a progressive muscle relaxation video or app
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create a mindfulness or meditation space
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read a book about mindfulness or meditation
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do a weekend digital detox
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try mindfulness therapy
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try a virtual reality mindfulness experience
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create tech-free zones in your home
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create a mindfulness journal
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try forest bathing
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take an online course in meditation or mindfulness
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create a bedtime routine to quiet your body and mind
