I think the start of a new season is the perfect moment to reflect, reset, and realign with what truly matters. Whether you’re in need of a full life refresh or simply craving a cozy little vibe shift, this Summer Reset Routine will help you feel more grounded, energized, and inspired.
Remember, you don’t have to do everything in a single day. Take your time with your reset—maybe you focus on just one thing each day. Don’t put pressure on yourself. Go at your own pace, and let it feel gentle and enjoyable.
How To Do a Summer Reset
✨ Reflect and Release
The first step in your summer reset is to reflect and release. Take a quiet moment to pause and check in with yourself. What’s been working lately? What hasn’t?
Be honest with yourself and write down everything that comes up. Ask: What habits and routines have been helping me? Am I moving toward the goals I’ve set? What’s been holding me back? The more questions you ask yourself, the more clarity you’ll gain—and that’s what growth is all about.
Here are a few prompts to guide you:
- What do I want to let go of?
- What do I want more of this summer?
- Who or what is taking up too much of my energy?
Grab a journal and let the answers flow. No pressure—just honesty. Let go of any emotional clutter you’ve been carrying so you can make space for peace, joy, and lightness.
2. 🧼 Clean and Refresh Your Space
Your environment affects your energy more than you might think. For example, when my house is messy, I get irritated and distracted much more easily. I genuinely love having a clean space. Sure, cleaning isn’t always fun, but the end result almost always makes me feel better.
The good news? You can always find ways to make it more enjoyable. Turn on your favorite music to get into the right mood (mine is definitely late ’90s and early 2000s hits), play a cozy vlog or show in the background (like Gilmore Girls or Friends), or listen to an audiobook if that’s more your thing. And don’t forget to reward yourself when you’re done—you deserve it.
Clean and refresh your space:
- Clean and make your bed
- Deep clean your house (every surface)
- Clear out clothes you haven’t worn
- Organize your skincare, books, or drawers
- Light a candle or spray a fresh summer scent
- Organize the rest of your house and get rid of things that you don’t use
Make it a vibe, not a chore.
3. 📱 Digital Reset
We clean our homes, but when was the last time we reset our digital lives? This is something most people tend to forget—but a digital reset can feel just as satisfying as tidying up your physical space. It gives you a sense of clarity and organization that can make a big difference in your daily life.
- Unfollow accounts that don’t inspire you on every single social media platform.
- Delete old screenshots and apps you don’t use
- Organize your camera roll (or at least make a “Summer 2025” album)
- Update your wallpaper or Pinterest boards with a new aesthetic
- Organize your files on your laptop, create a new background and delete files you don’t need.
Create a digital space that feels calm, curated, and you.
4. ☀️ Reset Your Routines
Once you’ve done your reflection, it’s time to make some gentle changes in your life. You don’t need to overhaul everything—just choose a few small habits that align with your summer energy. Start by removing the things that weren’t working for you, so you can make space for new habits. Want to focus on your health this summer? Add it into your routine. Want to read more books? Create time for it. That might mean cutting back on Netflix so you can spend more time reading. There’s no right or wrong way to create new routines. Everyone is different. And if something doesn’t work for you—even after giving it a fair try—you can simply let it go. It’s all part of the process.
Try:
- Going on morning walks
- Drinking more water and eating vibrant, seasonal foods
- Creating a slow morning routine with music, journaling, or reading
- No screen-time after 8PM for peaceful evenings and read a book
It’s not about being perfect—it’s about creating little rituals that support your wellbeing.
5. 🎯 Set Summer Intentions and Goals
Summer is a dreamy season, but it’s also a great time to gently move toward the things you want. Of course, you want to have a great summer—so why not plan for it? Create a list of ideas that will help you enjoy the season, even if you’re not going on vacation.
There are so many simple ways to make summer feel fun and fulfilling: go to the beach, read a good book, grab a milkshake, take a bike ride—the possibilities are endless.
But summer isn’t just about fun. It’s also a great opportunity to set goals that bring you closer to your dreams. Maybe you’ve always wanted to write a book—set a goal to write a certain number of words this summer. Whatever your dream is, break it down into small, achievable steps and use this season to move closer to it.
Ask yourself:
- What do I want to experience this summer?
- What habits do I want to build?
- Who do I want to be by the end of the season?
- What do I want to achieve by the end of the summer?
Set 2–3 main goals and keep them somewhere visible. Even something simple like “read more books,” “spend time in nature,” or “post content consistently” counts.
6. 🌸 Romanticize Your Life
This is your sign to start making the little things feel magical. Romanticizing your life means intentionally finding joy and beauty in everyday moments—shifting your perspective to appreciate the present and create a more positive, fulfilling experience.
Make time for those small, meaningful moments throughout your day. Light a candle, make your favorite drink, go for a slow walk, or put on music that makes you feel like the main character. These little rituals can help you enjoy and appreciate your life more deeply.
The more you romanticize your life, the more positive you’ll feel—and the more you’ll naturally start celebrating the beauty in your everyday world.
Some ideas for romanticizing your life:
- Sip iced coffee while watching the sunrise
- Put on a cute outfit just to go to the grocery store
- Dance in your house like nobody is watching you
- Listen to music that makes you feel like you’re in a movie
- Light fairy lights at night or dance around your room barefoot
- Make your favorite (healthy) meals
- Buy yourself flowers
- Host picnics, movie nights and dinner nights
Life doesn’t have to be big to be beautiful. Find joy in the soft, everyday moments.
7. 🌻 Try Something New
Nothing screams fresh start like a little adventure. Step outside your comfort zone—it doesn’t have to be scary. Trying new things is wonderful because you might discover something you truly love, whether it’s a new activity or a new food.
Trying new things can be fun, exciting, and yes, a little bit scary—but it’s always worth it.
New things you could try:
- A new hobby (painting, baking, rollerskating)
- Visiting a new coffee shop or town nearby
- Reading a genre you usually skip
- Creating content just for fun, not perfection
- Try new foods, recipe and drinks
Newness sparks creativity, confidence, and joy. Let yourself play a little.
☁️ Final Thoughts
A summer reset isn’t about overhauling your life overnight. It’s about soft changes, gentle shifts, and choosing to live more intentionally. Take what you need from this list, and make it your own.
Here’s to romantic mornings, simple joys, and becoming your favorite version of yourself this summer. 💛
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