How to Feel More Relaxed in a Busy Everyday Life
Do you know that feeling when relaxation always seems to fall by the wayside?
Daily life, with all its responsibilities, whether it’s work, household tasks, family, or simply life itself, often leaves little room to truly slow down.
And still, relaxation is essential if you want to maintain your inner balance.
Without conscious breaks, you risk stress, exhaustion, and in the worst case, even burnout.
But often, it’s not just a full schedule that keeps us from relaxing. Sometimes, it’s also our own inner attitude.
Ask yourself:
Do you sometimes feel guilty when you take time for yourself?
Do you believe you have to do enough before you have “earned” rest?
If you nodded yes to either of these questions, you are not alone. Many of us expect too much from ourselves.
But the truth is:
You do not have to earn relaxation.
It is just as important as everything else in your life.
In this article, I’ll show you simple ways to create small moments of calm for yourself, even in a busy everyday life.
Tips for More Relaxation in Everyday Life
1. Use small windows of time during the day
Not everyone has the option to take hours off.
But often, even a few minutes are enough.
Use moments that are already part of your day, such as your commute.
You can learn to find small moments of relaxation almost anywhere.
On the train, on the bus, or even in the car.
Listen to an inspiring audiobook, your favourite music, or a guided meditation.
Or simply take a few conscious breaths.
Even a few minutes can make a difference.
2. Schedule relaxation consciously
Relaxation rarely happens on its own.
We often only make time for it once everything else is done. And that is exactly the problem.
That’s why it can help to schedule relaxation intentionally.
For example, put fixed times in your calendar.
Maybe half an hour of reading every Tuesday evening.
A walk on Sunday.
Or simply 15 minutes just for yourself.
At first, this may feel unusual.
But over time, it becomes a habit.
You show yourself: my recovery matters just as much as everything else.
3. Create evening rituals
The evening is often the only time when we can truly slow down.
So think about how you want to shape your evenings more consciously.
It doesn’t have to be anything big.
Often, it’s the small things that make the biggest difference.
A warm drink.
A few quiet minutes for yourself.
Or a few pages from your favourite book.
These rituals help your body and mind let go of the day and slowly come to rest.
You are giving yourself a clear signal:
Now I can switch off.
4. Make everyday tasks feel lighter
Even in ordinary daily tasks, you can find small moments of relaxation.
Instead of simply trying to get everything done, try bringing a little more ease into it.
Play your favourite music while cleaning the kitchen.
Or listen to an inspiring podcast while folding laundry.
Small changes can have a big impact.
Often, these are exactly the moments that make your day feel lighter and more enjoyable.
5. Use what you already have
Relaxation does not have to be expensive or complicated.
You do not need a spa or any special tools to calm down.
Create small moments of comfort with what you already have.
A cosy blanket.
Candlelight.
A calming scent.
Or simply a mindful cup of tea.
Often, it is the simplest things that help the most.
6. Keep meditation simple
Meditation does not have to be long or complicated to be effective.
Just a few minutes of conscious breathing can help calm your mind and bring you back to yourself.
You do not have to do it perfectly.
It is enough to take a short moment and turn your attention inward.
Maybe you close your eyes for a moment.
Maybe you simply focus on your breath.
Even a few minutes can help you feel calmer and clearer.
7. Prioritise joy
Relaxation does not always mean doing nothing.
Often, the things that bring you joy are the very things that help you relax the most.
Think about what genuinely feels good to you.
A walk in nature.
Fresh flowers.
A hobby you love.
When you bring more of these things into your life, more ease follows naturally.
You do not have to wait until you have time.
You are allowed to take it.
8. Stop the constant scrolling
It is tempting to reach for your phone or switch on the TV whenever you have a few free minutes.
But ask yourself honestly:
Is that really relaxation?
Often, we do not feel more rested afterwards, but rather more unsettled or drained.
Instead, try using these moments differently.
Maybe with a few minutes of silence.
A bit of stretching.
Or simply pausing to take a deep breath.
Less stimulation can often bring more calm.
And if you notice that this is difficult for you, it can help to build in conscious digital breaks and reflect on how you use screens.
You deserve relaxation
I know from my own experience how easy it is to forget yourself when life gets loud.
And that is exactly when it helps to pause and come back to yourself.
You do not have to relax perfectly.
You do not have to do everything every day.
What matters is allowing yourself small pauses again and again.
You are allowed to slow down.
You are allowed to do something good for yourself.
And you are allowed to trust that this is exactly what strengthens you.
Relaxation is not a reward.
It is an important part of a healthy and balanced life.
Even in a full and busy day, it is often the small, conscious moments that make the difference.
Find out what truly feels good to you.
And allow yourself to bring exactly that into your life.
