Winter Evenings at Home: 3 Things Often Forgotten When Creating a Calming Routine As the winter evenings draw in and the air turns quiet, many of us feel the pull to slow down. We light candles, make tea, and try to create a sense of calm—but sometimes, even with the best intentions, something feels missing. Here are three things we often forget when setting up a calming evening routine at home—especially in winter, when the need for emotional warmth and sensory restoration is at its peak. #1. The transition matters more than the ritual. It’s easy to focus on the “what”—the bath, the book, the herbal tea. But the nervous system responds most to *how* we arrive. If we rush from task to task and then expect instant calm, we’re asking too much of ourselves. A gentle transition—closing … [Read more...] about 3 Things Often Forgotten When Creating a Calming Routine
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