A Quiet Evening Wind-Down Routine (Sample)
In brief: Sample text: a calm evening can be built from a few small, ordinary steps, such as softer light and a warm drink.
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An evening does not need to be optimised. Here is one gentle way to close the day, built from small, ordinary steps. Take what you like and leave the rest.
Dim the room
Turn off the brightest lights and keep one lamp on. A softer room tells the mind that the day is winding down.
Put the screen away
Leave the phone in another room for twenty minutes, or set it face-down. Notice how quiet it feels.
Something warm
Make a warm drink and drink it slowly, without doing anything else.
A few slow breaths
Sit comfortably. Breathe in for a count of four, breathe out for a count of six, and repeat a few times. Stop if it feels uncomfortable.
Write tomorrow down
Jot down one or two things for tomorrow on paper, then close the notebook. They are safely kept until morning.
Want a longer, gentler guide? Look at the Quiet Reset e-guide.
Step by step
- Soften the lightSwitch off the brightest lights and keep one lamp on.
- Put the screen awayLeave the phone in another room for twenty minutes.
- Take a few slow breathsBreathe in for a count of four and out for a count of six. Stop if it feels uncomfortable.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need any equipment?
- No. A lamp, a warm drink and a notebook are enough.
- How long does the routine take?
- About twenty to thirty minutes. Shorten or lengthen it to suit your evening.
When to talk to a professional
If you feel unwell, or something is getting worse or does not go away, please talk with a qualified health professional. Stop any practice that feels painful or wrong for you.
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