Winter Reset: How to Get More Energy and Less Stress
Winter has its own kind of charm. At the same time, it’s the season when your energy can swing from day to day: in the morning you don’t want to get up, in the evening you’re exhausted, your mind is running at full speed, and your body is craving rest.
The good news is that a reset doesn’t require big changes. Often, 15 minutes a day is enough—small rituals you can repeat and gradually weave into everyday life. Below you’ll find four pillars you can mix and match depending on what you need most: immunity, breathing, energy, and ease.
IMMUNE SUPPORT: What you can do today to help your body cope better in winter
Your immune system isn’t something you “do once.” It’s shaped by the habits you repeat: sleep, time outdoors, warmth, hydration, and consistency. In winter, the simplest things often work best—because they’re the ones you can actually stick with.
Try this a few days a week:
- Choose a warm drink instead of another coffee “for your nerves,”
- get outside for at least 10 minutes (even if it’s just around the block),
- slow down in the evening and give yourself enough sleep,
- air out your space and make sure you’re drinking enough fluids.
If you’d like to support your winter routine a bit more, Vitamin C+ 1000 mg can be a practical option.
BREATHING: When it’s too much and your body tightens up, try a one-minute pause
When things pile up (screen work, appointments, pressure), the body often tenses. Your breathing speeds up, the muscles around your neck and shoulders tighten, and it can feel like you need to shift into a higher gear. But sometimes a short pause is enough to settle your system and return to a more “normal” rhythm.
Try box breathing for one minute:
- Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds,
- hold for 4 seconds,
- exhale for 4 seconds,
- hold for 4 seconds,
- repeat 6 times.
Don’t push it. If the holds feel uncomfortable, shorten them. The goal isn’t performance—just a brief slowdown.
And if warmth and gentle self-care feel good to you in winter, a warming balm (Dachssalbe). can be a helpful addition—especially as part of an evening wind-down, with a light massage across the chest area.
ENERGY: Don’t overdo it at the start—the routine you can maintain is what wins
In January, two groups often meet: those who are trying to find their rhythm again, and those who push hard all winter. In both cases, the same principle applies: consistency wins—not a one-time switch to 120%.
If you want something simple, try the 10-10-10 routine:
- 10 minutes of walking (or a gentle warm-up),
- 10 minutes of mobility work (back, hips, shoulders),
- 10 minutes of quiet without your phone at any time of day (an “off switch” for the mind).
- If you train regularly, you can swap the “10 minutes of walking” for a light warm-up. On a rest day, a brisk walk is enough. What matters is keeping it—even on days you don’t feel like it.
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EASE: Instead of extremes, try making one thing “lighter” for a week
“Detox” can be translated very simply: a lighter mode. No extremes—just easing up on one part of your day in a way that’s realistic and sustainable.
For one week, choose one small change:
- In the evening, don’t “empty” the fridge—go for a lighter dinner instead,
- drink more water and warm beverages,
- step outside for a few minutes instead of scrolling,
- give yourself a calmer evening (dim the lights, air out the room, keep warm).
- Often, removing one thing helps more than constantly trying to add new habits.
7-DAY CHECKLIST (save/copy)
- Warm drink + steady hydration
- 10 minutes outside
- 1 minute of breathing (longer exhale/box breathing)
- 10-10-10 at least once a week
- A calmer evening (fewer screens)
You don’t have to do everything. Choose just one point to start with.
CONCLUSION
A winter reset doesn’t have to be radical. A few simple steps, repeated regularly, are enough. Pick one pillar, start today, and add more over time—depending on what your body needs most in winter.