Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine
Are You Burnt Out or Depressed?
In February, however, it was unavoidable.
Building in the face ofsystemic racismtakes a physical, mental, and emotional toll.
Rest isnt just important for those of us doing this work.
Its a matter of survival.
The chronic stress we experience creates physical and mental health effects that are killing us.
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But that doesnt make it easy to implement.
The messages thatwe need to restare all around us, but setting boundaries that would enable rest is difficult.
Many of us have to tiptoe around our need for rest so we dont want to seem disagreeable.
Understanding that your no will be judged is also a part of the journey.
Rest now involves more boundaries and daily routines to help manage my stress.
Its not saying yes to opportunities that are in no way moving the needle forward in our work.
Its opting out of documenting my entire process on social media, which often feels like another job.
Its understanding that there will never be a perfect time to grieve, to take time off.
Itll always feel inconvenient, but its necessary.
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And there are still my tried-and-true self care practices.
Below are a few ways Im finding moments of daily rest in this current chapter.
As what each person needs varies, I encourage you to take what inspires you and leave what doesnt.
Committing to an evening routine
Everyones needs are different.
I feel more energized and affected the next day with an evening routine vs. a morning routine.
Sight: I only use dim lights and candles in the evening time.
(This habit is why my friends go-to gift for me are candles).
Touch: While showering, I thank every part of my body for getting me through the day.
This intention has also helped me develop a better relationship with my body.
I lean towards products that align with my existing self-care routine and habits as well.
Ive recently began incorporatingAveda Strengthening Overnight Serumto moisturize and repair my hair overnight while in my current protective hairstyle.
I use a homemade mix of rosemary oil and jojoba oil to moisturize my scalp.
Hearing: Lo-Fi instrumentals or my favorite soothing 90s hip-hop beats.
In all, Ive learned personally that rest is not static.
How I define rest and adapt it to my life will continue to evolve.
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