Take a look at these 7 wellness habits that you can practice day in and out to level up your life.
I have loved the term ‘wellness’ and what it means, ever since I first discovered it. But when it comes to practicing wellness in real life, it can actually feel overwhelming.
Wake up at 5 am every day? Meditate for an hour? Do a 7-step skincare routine at night?
Um, no thanks. Trying to do all that is like setting yourself up for failure and a ton of disappointment.
In real life, wellness is made up of habits that fit into your life, not take it over.
There needs to be a middle ground, and above all, wellness should be fun!
That’s why I’m sharing 7 wellness habits that are gentle, grounding, and totally doable, no matter what your day looks like.
Let’s see what real wellness looks like, shall we? Off you go!
7 Wellness Habits That Are Truly Life-Changing
1. Start and End Your Day with Stillness
There’s something beautifully sacred about how you begin and end your day.
You don’t need a 90-minute routine or a TikTok-worthy morning vlog moment, but just a few quiet minutes that are yours.
Maybe in the morning, it’s taking a deep breath before reaching for your phone, or stepping outside with your coffee to breathe in.
At night, it could be something as simple as turning off all noise and sitting in stillness before bed, letting your mind catch up with your body.
You can also choose to start your day with a short reading session, and end it with a book too! Since I love reading, this really works for me.
These little anchors at the start and end of the day will create a rhythm in your day.
They will help you feel more connected, more steady, and less like you’re on autopilot. Wellness at its purest form!
2. Hydrate Like You Love Yourself
We’ve all heard the advice to drink more water. And it sounds simple enough, but surprisingly, it’s a habit people struggle the most with.
The reason behind this is a lack of intention and a good mindset regarding hydration.
If you treat drinking water as a chore, then it will be a drag for you. But if you treat it as a self-care ritual, then it will be a wellness practice.
You need to start hydrating like you love yourself.
Every sip of water you take should be a way of telling yourself, “I care about you so much, dear self.”
Keep a water bottle nearby, add slices of lemon or cucumber to your glass, and be mindful of how you feel when you’re well-hydrated.
You don’t have to obsess over ounces or track every drop, but just check in with yourself every hour and ask “Am I feeling hydrated enough at the moment?”
If not, then you drink up!
Your energy levels, skin, digestion, and your mood will thank you for it.
3. Romanticize the Boring Stuff
You know those moments that usually feel too routine? Like washing your face, folding laundry, prepping a quick dinner?
Yeah, you can actually turn these moments into rituals that you look forward to, just by romanticizing.
In simple words, romanticizing means making ordinary moments beautiful by making little extra efforts.
It makes you feel like the main character of your story, instead of just going through the motions of life.
Here are some examples:
- Play music you love while cleaning
- Light a candle while journaling
- Take extra seconds to enjoy your skincare instead of rushing through it
- Eat and drink out of beautiful cutlery
- Spritz on perfume every morning
- Wear nice clothes even when you’re home
Life is full of ordinary moments. So why not make them feel beautiful, fun, and energizing?
Wellness doesn’t always come in the form of big changes related to your health. It also comes in how you treat the small stuff.
I’ve written a ton on this topic. Clearly, I’m a little obsessed:
- 30 Classy Yet Affordable Ways To Romanticize Your Life
- How To Romanticize Your Everyday Life – 10 Simple Tips
- 21 Special Things To Do To Romanticize Your Life
And of course, some seasonal posts too:
As you can see, romanticizing is one of my most cherished wellness habits, and once you start doing it, you will fall in love with it too.
4. Take Your Movement Personally
The fitness world loves to push structure and performance, but not everyone thrives on strict workouts or sweaty boot camps.
This is the reason most people hate doing workouts. They try to copy the latest workout trends or what’s working for an online influencer.
Your daily movement should be personal.
Your focus shouldn’t be on burning calories or hitting goals. It should be on how good movement makes you feel.
For me, joyful movement comes from YouTube workout videos and long walks in the park. So, I just try to do that at least five days a week, and it makes me very happy.
For you, this could mean stretching while watching your favorite show, dancing around your room to old-school hits, or going on a quiet walk just to clear your head.
Find a way of moving that feels like you, and do it more often.
Your movement should energize you without draining you, and leave you feeling better, not worse.
There’s no right or wrong way; only the way that makes you want to come back to it.
Might help: How To Motivate Yourself To Workout When You’re Stuck In A Rut
5. Add Colorful Fruits and Veggies To Your Usual Meals
We can’t talk about wellness without talking about food. The two go hand-in-hand.
But when we think about eating in regard to wellness, we often think of perfection.
But eating well is not really about that. It’s about giving your body a love, one colorful bite at a time.
What do I mean by that, you ask?
Instead of forcing yourself to eat salads and super strict healthy meals, just try to add more colorful healthy things to your normal meals.
You can toss in a handful of spinach in your dinner, throw some berries into your breakfast, and roast whatever veggies are sitting in your fridge.
Food should be joyful, not stressful. So, skip the rules and aim for balance.
A plate with something green, something bright, and something comforting? That’s wellness, too!
6. Create a Phone-Free Time Window
Our phones have become a lifeline for everything. Communication, inspiration, distraction, and even comfort.
But too much time plugged into your phone leaves little space for presence, creativity, and real rest.
That’s why I love the idea of carving out just 20 to 30 minutes a day where my phone is out of reach. It helps me just…be, you know.
If you want to enhance your quality of life, then please create a phone-free pocket during your day.
It can be during your morning coffee, your evening walk, right before bed, or whatever time you think you need it most.
Let your brain be still during this time window. Let your thoughts wander, and let yourself just be without the pull of notifications.
It will seriously surprise you how refreshing it can be to exist in your own head for a while.
Recommended: How To Do A Digital Detox: 8 Steps For A Screen-Free Time
7. Say ‘No’ as a Form of Self-Care
One of the most underrated wellness habits is learning to say no, and that too without any guilt.
Your time and energy are not infinite, which means you can’t give everything a spot in your calendar.
Protecting your peace is a form of self-respect and wellness.
It’s totally okay to turn down an invite, delay a reply, and cancel plans if your heart isn’t in it.
Boundaries don’t make you difficult; they make you more sustainable.
If you know when to really say no and are actually able to do it, then that isn’t selfish, it’s sacred.
Every time you choose your well-being over people-pleasing, you reinforce the truth that you matter just as much as anyone else.
Now, I know it can be hard to decide whether you’re saying no because you need to or because you are sticking to your comfort zone.
Like, how to know when saying no is necessary?
I like to ask myself, “If I say no here, will it help my self-care needs? And will saying yes disturb my peace?”
The answer will often tell you what the correct response is in every situation.
It’s a wellness habit that will change your life, truly for the better.
Let Wellness Be a Priority
Okay, so those were my top 7 wellness habits that I really believe in and try to stick to most days.
Start with just one habit that speaks to you and make it yours.
Let it evolve with you, and let it be messy and human and perfectly imperfect.
Gradually, you can add more habits as you delve deeper into the world of wellness. I promise you’re going to love it here.
Which of these habits are you going to try this week? Share your thoughts below, and let’s chat wellness!
I loved reading the article. It was very helpful for me. I go for a walk every day.
Thank you! And I love that for you. Daily walking is hands-down the best wellness habit.
Love this. I have been creating a no social media zone for me lately 🙂 Deleting/minimizing my social presence and limiting the use of social media for personal use. This helps 🙂
That sounds lovely what you’re doing there! Glad to be of help.