It’s been a long day at work and you’re feeling worn out. The journey home did nothing but add to your weariness. Fortunately, you have your after work reset routine down to a fine art! The goal is to elevate the mood to your baseline and beyond!
Step 1: Wash the Workday Off
Hanging up your keys and kicking off your shoes is a good start to calling it a day… but the discomfort of your work clothes and the lingering smell of that bus home can really keep the nightmare live.
So, when it’s time to detach from a long, arduous workday, literally washing the day off is a great way to begin!
A quick but thorough refreshment is your objective, beginning with simply washing your hands (following the 20 second rule) before hopping into the shower.
If you’re in the habit of washing your hair at night, you apply the shampoo and conditioner and while that conditioner sits, you use body wash with exfoliating gloves. After rinsing the conditioner out and while still in the shower, you finish with quickly cleansing your face.
Step 2: Use Lotions as Aromatherapy
Studies indicate that scents can become strongly connected to memories. So, to put even greater distance between yourself and the memory of that office, why not use aromatherapy?
Adding to that, applying lotions and letting them sink in gives a truly pampering feeling – perfect when you’ve been working hard all day long!
After getting out the shower, you follow your usual pre-moisturiser skin care routine (applying toner and facial serums, etc). Now it’s time to bring out the fragrance. You apply delightfully scented facial moisturiser, a nourishing lip balm, followed by an equally delightful body lotion. If it was a hair-wash night, you apply a nicely scented leave-in conditioner before drying your hair.
Step 3: Put on Your After Work Reset Routine Uniform
The idea of having a uniform for relaxing after work so wonderfully complements this routine. It’s time to change into something comfortable that will keep you the perfect temperature for the rest of the day. You might even change into a pair of pyjamas! And don’t forget those bed socks and slippers…
Step 4: Create a Relaxing Ambience in your Environment
In contrast to your workplace, your home should be a sanctuary for relaxion.
There are a number of ways you can create a relaxing ambience at home.
You begin by adding an essential oil to your diffuser and switching it on. The scent will soon emanate throughout the room. You then arrange throws/blankets and cushions on your chair for greater support and comfort. It is useful to keep a table nearby for drinks and food. A few carefully placed candles can really make a room look warm and cosy – quite a contrast to any office!
NB: Never leave candles burning unattended!
Step 5: Engage in Relaxing Activities to Reset your Mood
Cooking is a favourite past-time but perhaps you feel like something simple after that long, tiresome workday. You might have even prepared food in advance or feel like treating yourself to a takeaway. Regardless of how you choose to get your dinner in, do it in comfort!
After sorting your dinner situation, retire to your chair for an evening of watching the tv, or listening to music and reading. You may have a hobby you want to work on. You should do whatever you feel will ease your tension.
The time you choose to go to bed really depends on your own personal preference but avoid going to be late. Often times you call it a night once the last tealight burns out.
The End
An evening spent revitalising yourself after work can really reset your mood and even elevate it. Always remember to take some time for yourself, especially after difficult, stressful days at work.
