Opening your window to crisp, fresh air, radiant sunsets painting the sky, and flowers in full bloom. It’s the season of “let’s grab a coffee and walk around.” This season has this kind of lightness that makes everything feel just right and feels like a reset button for your entire existence—as if the rainy and cold days never happened. Spring is here.
Although I try my best to romanticize each season for what it brings, spring will always be a special one. It’s the perfect time to shake off the winter slump, refresh yourself, and get into those spring reset tips.
But let’s skip the overdone “clean your closet” advice. This year’s spring reset goes beyond just swapping out sweaters for sundresses. It’s about making small and intentional changes that make you feel lighter, clearer, and actually excited to start the season.
This blog post is all about spring reset tips.
1. Set a seasonal intention
April is the new January, and if you fell short on your New Year’s resolutions, April is the best time to restart them. Although I’m not a big fan of resolutions in general and don’t like the pressure that comes from them, a spring reset is more about refreshing yourself.
Think about one major thing you’d like to take action on or change this season, and make it the “theme” or intention of the season. I like to think about the habits that I feel have not served me well for the past few months and take what I’d like to change as the season’s intention.
Looking back on winter, I realize how often I told myself I was tired—so much that it became my default state. Every morning, the first thing I’d think was, I’m so tired today. Anytime a coworker asked how I was, my answer was always, Good, but I’m so tired today.
And before I knew it, today turned into every day. Until I wondered if it was me just convincing my mind.
So, this season’s intention for me is about recognizing and shifting the way I speak to myself. Based on the past period, what do you think would be your spring intention?
2. Spend more time outdoors
When I’m not feeling my best, all I do it stay indoors and try to comfort myself as much as possible. Watching Gossip Girl under the covers with my tea and winter makes it so easy to want to do this every single day.
But in the end, I also know how good being outside makes us feel, and spring is the best time to make a conscious effort to spend more time outside.
Spending more time outside gives us a chance to stay away from digital devices and connect with people; even small interactions, such as talking to someone when ordering coffee, make us feel more connected.
Try going for walks after meals, trying an outdoor sport, eating your lunch outside, or even chilling on your balcony.
3. Start and end your day with gratitude
One of the reflections that grounds me is thinking about what my teenage self would think about me now. I bet she wouldn’t believe that we’ve made it this far and that she could ever have the life I have now at 25. When did all that I have now become normal?
I realized that when we don’t constantly reflect on the good things and how far we’ve come in life, it feels like there’s nothing good happening, and it makes it easier to focus on the negative.
Because drastic change doesn’t happen in two weeks (unless you won the lottery), but it your life is nurtured over time through the tiniest decisions, habits, mindset changes, thoughts, friendships, and the list goes on.
These things are your life, not some drastic event that happened or you’re waiting for to happen to see changes.
Take time throughout the day, or even the week, to notice the things you’re grateful for. You can try gratitude journaling, or if you’re not into journaling, I have a list in my notes app called “things that I’m grateful for” and keep adding to it every day, and when I’m not feeling my best, I can read them.
4. Set boundaries with technology
I can say this with absolute certainty: Whenever I feel at my worst, my screen time is at its highest. I know, without a doubt, that excessive screen time isn’t just stealing hours from my day—it’s draining me.
It’s not just about comparison or social media spirals; too much technology feels unnatural, like it’s pulling me away from what my body and mind actually need. The more I disconnect, the more I realize how much better I feel when I’m fully present in my own life instead of just chasing dopamine through a screen.
Designate specific times or areas in your home (like your bed) as tech-free zones. This boundary encourages presence and having ground rules that make it easier to reduce your screentime.
5. Enjoy the seasonal produce
Enjoying things in their season makes the season feel so special. Imagine watching Christmas movies all year long. Would Home Alone ever feel special on Christmas Eve with Christmas PJs and hot chocolate with marshmallows? I highly doubt so.
Nature really has our backs. Seasonal produce isn’t just random—it’s all perfectly timed to give us exactly what we need. Think about watermelon in the summer. Its high water content keeps us hydrated and refreshed during those hot months. Or pumpkin in the winter, bringing that earthy warmth that makes you feel cozy and comforted.
Spring is no different. As the days get warmer, we naturally crave foods like strawberries, asparagus, and fresh greens to fuel our bodies. So, enjoy the spring produce while it’s at its best!
6. Try something new (even if you think you won’t like it)
Shake things up this spring—try something new. It could be a different workout, a bold fashion choice that’s outside your comfort zone, facing a small fear, or even something as simple as being the one to make plans in your friend group.
For the longest time, I stuck to doing yoga at home with YouTube. My yogi friends swore that in-person classes were a whole different experience, but I couldn’t justify paying €20 for something I could do in my living room. Then one day, I gave it a shot—and I loved it. There was something about the energy in the room, moving in sync with people who were all there to better themselves, dressed in their cutest yoga sets, completely present in the moment.
So, try something new—even if you think you already know how you’ll feel about it. You might just surprise yourself.
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