As the sun reaches its peak and the days stretch long and golden, July invites us to slow down. At Fig Wellbeing, we believe that real rest is productive and it's how we restore, realign, and reconnect with ourselves.
This month, embrace “slow living” through small, meaningful rituals that cool the body, soothe the mind, and nurture your nervous system.
Here are five ways to enjoy a slower, more intentional summer:
1. Start Mornings Slowly
Resist the urge to rush. Begin the day with gentle breathwork, stretching, or sipping herbal tea in the early quiet hours.
Tip: Keep your phone off for the first 30 minutes of the day and tune in to your breath, not your inbox.
2. Cool & Calm Your Skin
After sun exposure, your skin craves calm. Use cooling mists or light body oils with soothing ingredients like aloe, lavender, or chamomile.
Try: Store your body oil or face mist in the fridge for an extra cooling effect.
3. Take Movement Outside (or Slow It Down)
Swap high-intensity workouts for restorative yoga or mindful walks. Focus on movement that feels good, not intense.
Enhance It: Bring your cork yoga mat to the park or garden and stretch beneath the trees.
4. Create a Cooling Evening Ritual
Wind down with soft lighting, quiet music, and a calming environment. Light a natural candle, lower the lights, and sip a cold herbal infusion like peppermint or lemon balm.
Pro tip: Use a linen or silk eye pillow cooled in the freezer to support deeper rest.
5. Connect with Nature Daily
Even 5–10 minutes outdoors each day can reset your mood. Whether it’s reading in a shaded garden, barefoot grounding, or forest bathing, make space for nature to calm your nervous system.
Summer isn’t just for going, doing, and achieving. It’s for softening, settling, and simply being. Let July be your invitation to move more gently and care for yourself with tenderness.