Soak Up the Season: A July Reset for Body, Mind & Energy

Nora
Jul 10
2 min read

July is the heart of summer—a time of warmth, radiance, and expansion. But even with all the sunshine and activity, it’s easy to feel a little off-balance, scattered, or like your energy is stretched in too many directions.

That’s why this month is the perfect time for a mid-year reset. Through breath, movement, and mindful habits, you can reconnect to your body, re-center your energy, and realign with your deeper intentions.

Let’s explore 3 simple ways to tune back in:

1. Clear the Static with Your Breath

Your breath is one of the fastest ways to reset your nervous system. Whether you're overwhelmed by summer busyness or just feeling off, a few conscious breaths can shift your entire state.

Try this:Take a 60-second pause today.Breathe in deeply through your nose.Exhale slowly out your mouth with a sigh.Repeat 3–5 times and feel the difference.

You don’t have to "fix" your whole day—just come back to your breath, again and again.

2. Twist It Out: A Summer Yoga Focus

Movement is medicine. Especially in summer, when the body craves lightness and freedom. This month, focus on twists in your yoga practice. Twists help you detox physically, release emotional tension, and energize the spine.

Practice tip:Add one or two of these into your weekly practice:

Seated twist (Ardha Matsyendrasana)
Supine twist at the end of your day
Twisting tabletop for a gentle midday reset

Let your exhale guide the movement—twisting with your breath helps you release what’s no longer needed.

3. Embody a Healthier Habit: Hydrate with Intention

It’s easy to forget that hydration is a ritual, not just a routine.

This July, try replacing one habitual drink (your second coffee, afternoon soda, or evening glass of wine) with infused water. Cucumber, lemon, or fresh mint add flavor and energetic freshness.

Bonus ritual:Drink it slowly—outside, barefoot in the grass if possible.This one shift grounds your nervous system and nourishes your body, helping you stay centered even during full summer days.