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There’s something about spring that makes everything feel possible again. Long days, light breezes, the urge to open the windows and start fresh – it’s energizing in a way that is subtle but very powerful.
If you’re coming out of hibernation season (eat more comfortably, move less), let me be the first to say this: no guilt, because there’s a season for everything. But spring has this special energy that inspires me to work with more intention — to choose how I feel every day, rather than wait for some future version of myself to magically appear.
So what am I really doing to feel my best this season? I’ve learned that it’s never just one thing. An approach that covers food, activity, sleep, and nervous system support really moves the needle. And once you get into that cycle and really get used to feeling good, you’ll want to repeat those healthy habits again and again.
I’m being completely transparent here because I love reading other people’s real unfiltered routines – it’s the only way posts like this are truly useful. I am not a doctor. I am someone who has done a lot of trial and errors, read and experimented on myself. Take what works for you and leave the rest.
If you’re craving a reset right now, here’s the simplified spring self-care routine that’s making the biggest difference for me.
What exactly is spring self-care?
For me, self-care is less about adding more to your routine and more about refining what’s really working well:
- Eating in a way that keeps me energized
- Moving my body constantly (but not excessively)
- Prioritizing sleep and recovery
- supporting my nervous system
- Letting go of what no longer seems aligned
It’s a shift toward “fixing” yourself. support yourself.
Food (delicious) as fuel
As someone who really loves to cook (and eat!), I really lean into a seasonal environment to inspire a cycle of healthy eating that I love and know makes me feel good.
my favorite spring food
Breakfast (after a period of intermittent fasting, I’m liking my AM meals again):
- Greek Yogurt with Berries and Granola
- Cheese Toast with Fruit and Honey (Here Are All the Health Benefits of Cheese)
- Fried eggs in olive oil with avocado
Lunch (Simple and Repeatable):
- A sandwich filled with turkey, avocado, sprouts and Dijon
- Big Kale Salad with Leftover Protein
Dinner (where I spend my time – cooking something simple but sitting down to really enjoy it):
Biggest change: I’m prioritizing protein and healthy fats at meals so I’m not constantly reaching for snacks. It keeps my energy steady and makes meals more satisfying.
less-but-better movement
If there’s one thing I’ve changed when it comes to exercise, it’s this (and this may sound counterintuitive): I work out less—but more intentionally. Feeling strong and fit doesn’t mean you have to motivate yourself to work harder. For me, it’s about consistency and how movement makes me feel-Which is, ultimately, much more motivating than doing work for aesthetics alone.
my weekly routine
- Daily walk (non-changeable):
30 minutes most mornings + a short walk after dinner - Strength training 2-3 times per week:
Pilates, weights, or at-home workouts—focused on total body strength
that’s pretty much it. Walking gives me energy and clears my head. Strength training makes me feel strong and capable. I’m no longer chasing that feeling of exhaustion – I’m focused on stability, energy, and feel-good endorphins.
A More Intentional Approach to Supplements
Over time, I’ve created a supplement routine that supports my energy, sleep, and digestion — but I’ve also learned that more isn’t always better.
If you’re dialing in your own spring self-care routine, start simple:
From there, you can add more layers depending on your needs.
sleep is the foundation
High-quality, consistent sleep is the foundation of everything – it impacts every other aspect of health, but is often one that doesn’t get the high priority it deserves. After struggling with sleep for years, I can truly say that I have achieved good sleep most nights. And when I can’t do that, I know what to do to get back on track. These are the sleep rules I follow:
- Going to bed early (before 10 pm whenever possible)
- reading instead of watching tv at night
- I’m keeping my phone out of the bedroom
- creating a cool, dark, and peaceful sleep environment
When I get enough sleep, everything else—energy, mood, cravings—falls into place. you can go deeper My complete sleep toolkit is hereWhere I share exactly how I check all of these boxes every night.
Your nervous system is important
Taking control of my nervous system has been a long journey, but it’s been the biggest change for me in the past year — and it has nothing to do with food or workouts.
it’s really been about simplify my life. I am slowly doing this:
- Saying no to things that feel uncomfortable or don’t align with my highest priorities/values
- reducing unnecessary commitments and leaving free space in my calendar
- Letting go of the versions of myself I’ve grown out of
- Trusting your gut more quickly and listening to your gut
Spring naturally invites us to clear things out physically, but I think the deeper work is clearing out what is draining us mentally and emotionally. When your nervous system feels supported, everything else, from digestion to energy, starts to improve.
5 Simple Spring Self-Care Habits to Start This Week
Okay, so if you want to start your own spring wellness routine right away, here are some simple ways to do it that will make a big difference in how you feel:
- eat a protein rich breakfast This will really keep you full until lunch. Here are my favorite high-protein breakfast ideas.
- Take a walk every day. Even 10-20 minutes matter.
- Strength training 2-3 times a week. This could be weight lifting, but it could also be Pilates or any type of resistance training.
- go to bed 30 minutes earlier every night this week. We get the highest quality sleep before midnight.
- remove one thing from your calendar It doesn’t match how you want to spend your time.
Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated to be effective.
The simpler it is, the greater the chances of survival. For me, this season is about choosing habits that support how I want to feel: energetic, clear, and fully present in my life. Not fully optimized, just aligned.
And that change, more than anything, is what makes everything feel like it falls into place more easily.
