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5 Easy Ways to Refresh and Renew for Spring

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Now is the season to make a fresh wellness routine and renew for Spring. The days will grow longer and nature begins to call.

This is a great time to renew old healthy habits, while discovering new ones. Whether you’re looking to refresh your body, mind, or surroundings, these five wellness tips will help you embrace the season of renewal and feel your best.

1. 6 Steps to a Morning Routine That Works!

hot water with lemon

Having a morning routine that excites you to wake up everyday is the idea. How you start your day sets the tone for everything that follows. Renew for Spring with these uplifting habits.

This is the exact daily routine I practice to help with feeling my best. It literally takes me 35 minutes and is the best thing I do for my mental health and self-care.

Believe me, I thought it was “woo-woo” the first time I heard about this kind of practice. But then I committed to trying it for a month. Just wait until you actually incorporate into your life for at least 30 days! You will be amazed how something so natural and low budget can help. You don’t have to be in a fancy location, just step outside your home and have direct contact with the earth.

woman facing the sun with eyes closed, while sitting in the grass

Try to do it in this order for best results: After hydrating, (number 1), I actually combine numbers 2, 3, and 6 all at once. Then I will go for a walk, (number 4), and finally I will complete number 5.

  1. Hydrate First Thing in the Morning: Begin each day with a glass of warm lemon water.
    • Benefits:
      • The vitamin C helps boost your immune system
      • supports digestion and skin health
  2. Set Your Circadian Rhythm: Go outside and face the rising sun for 10 minutes. You may close your eyes or combine this time with the grounding exercise in the next step.
    • Benefits:
      • helps to regulate internal clock for sleep and alertness
      • helps regulate appetite
      • can relieve depression
      • boosts vitamin D
      • helps with hormone regulation
  3. Grounding: Step your bare feet onto the earth or place both hands on the trunk of a tree. Do this for 10 minutes.
    • Benefits:
      • rebalances electrical energy
      • can improve stress
      • helps with quality of sleep
      • sets body for accepting healing
  4. Incorporate Movement: Consider 10–15 minutes of gentle yoga or stretching to wake up your body and increase circulation. If the weather permits, take a brisk walk outside to soak in the morning sun.
    • Benefits:
      • boosts energy
      • improves mood
      • helps with weight management
      • improves brain function
      • helps make better food choices
  5. Set an Intention: Spend 5 minutes journaling or meditating to focus your mind and create a positive mindset for the day. Use your positive affirmations here or revisit your Vision Board. Check out my post on How to Create a Vision Board with Intention for more ways to use this tool.
    • Benefits:
      • sets positive tone for the day
      • keeps you focused
      • increases self awareness
      • improves self image
  6. Make a Gratitude Statement: Say, out loud, something you are thankful for. I do this while I am grounding myself with feet touching the earth.
Peaceful moment of bare feet on lush grass, symbolizing relaxation and connection with nature.

2. Declutter Your Space, Clear Your Mind

Spring cleaning is a powerful way to renew for Spring and reset your mental space, while helping you feel better, physically. I love to put away seasonal things and even part with them completely. It really helps me feel organized and free from distractions.

Close-up of hands packing a box labeled 'Winter Clothes' for relocation, emphasizing organized moving and decluttering
  • Detox Your Living Environment: Clear out unnecessary items that no longer serve you. Focus on one area at a time, such as your bedroom, kitchen, or closet. Donate items you don’t need to create a sense of lightness. Organize what is left for simpler living.
  • Switch to Toxin-Free Products: Replace one or two products a month, or whatever you can afford. Remove those chemicals from your home. Replace with natural and sustainable alternatives. Not only are these better for the environment and create a healthier home, they make you feel better about how you interact with nature. Check out my FREE Clean Living Checklist to get started on your non-toxic lifestyle.
  • Bring the Outdoors In: Add houseplants like peace lilies or snake plants, which purify the air and enhance your space’s overall energy.
snake plant and other potted plants on a wood floor

3. Embrace Seasonal Eating to Nourish Your Body

Spring is a great time to get those seasonal fruits and vegetables from your local farm stand. Remember what you eat fuels your body. This spring, recharge your energy with real, whole foods. Your body will thank you!

Colorful salad of fresh spinach and strawberries with poppy seeds on a plate.
  • Focus on Fresh Greens: Incorporate nutrient-dense options like spinach, arugula, and asparagus into your meals. These vegetables are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that support detoxification.
  • Enjoy Seasonal Fruits: Add strawberries, apricots, and citrus fruits to your diet for a burst of natural sweetness and hydration.
  • Lighten Up Your Meals: Transition from heavier winter comfort foods to lighter, more vibrant dishes like salads, grain bowls, and soups made with spring vegetables.
  • Pull Out That Juicer!: Blend fruits and vegetables for vibrant juices that can be incorporated into your day, easily. I like to add juice to my adrenal mocktails. it’s such an easy way to get your essential nutrients! I recently bought this Breville Juicer and am very impressed with how quickly I can juice fruits and vegetables. I make my own immunity shots and my kids even love them!
Colorful assortment of organic juices with fresh ingredients for a healthy lifestyle.

4. Reconnect with Nature to Reduce Stress

Spring’s beauty invites us to step outside and immerse ourselves in nature. This connection can lower stress, boost mood, and enhance overall well-being. It doesn’t have to be a special place to walk in nature. Try starting with your own neighborhood to renew for spring.

A woman in stylish attire poses barefoot by a large tree in a lush forest setting.
  • Take A Nature Walk: Even 20 minutes outdoors can reduce cortisol levels and improve mental clarity. Choose parks or trails that let you experience the vibrant colors of blooming flowers and fresh greenery. Each day choose an object or color to will keep your eye out for on your walk. This will help you stay focused on the task, and not get lost or distracted in thoughts. Count the number of those objects and recite poems about them. This is an example of dual tasking. Studies show that dual-tasking , even though it can slow walking, can be beneficial for brain health, improving cognitive function and memory by stimulating multiple brain regions at the same time.
  • Bring Nature Indoors: Find an stick, stone, plant cutting, or other natural object on your walks and bring them into your home. Set them on a special place to admire. Research tells us that there are remarkable benefits to our wellbeing when we incorporate nature indoors. For example: reduced anxiety, increased creativity, feeling of belonging, improved air quality, and more.
  • Start a Garden: Whether it’s a small herb garden in pots, or a backyard vegetable patch, gardening provides physical activity and a sense of accomplishment. Plus, the most obvious reward is you can eat seasonal foods!

I just started a small, backyard raised garden. I have to tell you that even though it was physical work initially, I have fallen in love with the routine of watering it, and connecting with nature each day. It has done wonders for my mental well being. Here are the cucumber plants climbing a DIY trellis in my raised garden.

cucumber plant growing in a raised garden bed
My raised garden with cucumbers in bloom

5. Prioritize Self-Care to Renew for Spring

As life gets busy, it’s essential to carve out time for self-care. Use spring as an opportunity to reassess your needs and establish nurturing habits.

woman sitting on bed in pajamas writing in a journal, illuminated by lamp light creating a cozy nighttime atmosphere.
  • Set a Screen-Time Limit: Unplug from digital devices in the evenings to give your mind a break from that fast pace. Replace scrolling with relaxing activities like reading, journaling, or taking a bath, meditating, or listening to music.
  • Try Self-Care Spa Treatments: Make DIY face masks or body scrubs using natural ingredients like honey, oatmeal, and essential oils. Lavender and chamomile are perfect for relaxation, while citrus oils can uplift your mood.
  • Create a Sleep Sanctuary: Renew for Spring by refreshing your bedroom with lighter bedding, new colors of linens, blackout curtains, and calming scents, like lavender to improve sleep quality.

Conclusion: Renew for Spring

Spring is a season of transformation and growth, and it’s the ideal time to reset and renew your wellness routine. By making small but impactful changes to your mornings, environment, diet, and self-care habits, you can embrace the season with vitality and balance. Remember, wellness is a journey—start with one or two tips and gradually build on your progress.

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