RELAX WELLBEING TRENDING

100 ways to relax and unwind

by Kathryn Wheeler on 3 March 2024 Read in

Sign up for a library card and check out some books.
Listen to a song that makes you think of summer.
Plant some seasonal bulbs in the ground or containers.
Go forest bathing.
Pull on some wellies and go for a muddy walk.
Try a 10-minute yoga routine.
Listen to an audiobook.
Wander around a free museum.
Complete a jigsaw puzzle.
Take a luxurious shower.
Try a dance workout.
Write a poem about the view out of your window.
Search for treasures in a charity shop.
Try a new kind of tea and savour the flavor.
Re-read a book from your childhood.
Visit a local historical site.
Experience the power of your senses with aromatherapy.
Pick a new recipe from a cookbook and give it a go.
Go for a swim at your local leisure centre.

20. “I enjoy listening to a comedy podcast.” – Rebecca Thair, Editor-in-Chief

Write down your five-year plan.
Learn some self-massage techniques.
Put on a film you’ve been meaning to watch.
Experiment with making bread.
Try a guided meditation.
Learn a new card game.
Make a playlist of your personal feel-good songs.
Go for a brisk walk around your local area.
Visit a café and try something new.
Catch up with an old friend.
Try bird-watching out of your window.
Make a vision board of your future goals.
Follow a breathing exercise.
Go for a walk’n’talk with a friend.
Rearrange a small section of your home.
Have a candlelit dinner.
Put your phone on ‘do not disturb’.
Create a new skincare routine.
Write a list of the things that bring you joy.

40. “My favourite way to relax is to settle down with a knitting project.” – Kathryn Wheeler, Features Editor

Wake up early to watch the sunrise.
Watch a comedy series.
Try a relaxing stretching routine.
Try a new hobby with a friend.
Hold an inverted yoga pose (any pose where your heart is above your head).
Take care of your nails and hands.
Make a plan for the next time you take time off work.
Listen to our podcast.
Try a new bedtime routine.
Go for a walk near a large body of water.
Make your favourite childhood dinner.
Go window shopping.
Play a playground game with your friends.
Have an indoor picnic.
Reorder your bookshelves (by colour, author, size, etc.).
Complete a crossword puzzle.
Have an at-home spa day.
Start a new craft you’ve always wanted to try.
Watch an inspiring nature documentary.

60. “I like to play Azul online.” – Charlotte Noel, Creative Lead

Use visualisation techniques to escape your day-to-day
Visit a beach.
Read a book from a genre you wouldn’t usually pick.
Make your own face mask.
Go to a trial day for a new sport.
Watch a local drama performance.
Listen to some nature sounds.
Make a well-loved family recipe.
Complete Happiful’s guided journaling section.
Try acupressure on yourself.
Start a scrapbook.
Take your full lunch break.
Watch a feel-good film.
Spend 10 minutes taking in direct sunlight.
Research a topic you’re interested in.
Make a blanket fort and camp out in it.
Host a board game evening.
Try a new type of food.
Listen to classical music.

80. “I love playing basketball, it helps me relax and let out the steam built throughout the day.” – Rosan Magar, Illustrator

Experiment with cold water therapy (start with a cool shower!)
Work on your balance by holding one-legged yoga poses.
Take a 20-minute nap.
Batch cook your meals for the week.
Practise functional movement exercises.
Propagate your favourite plants.
Have a chat with an elderly friend or relative.
Plan out a new morning routine.
Write down 10 things you are grateful for.
Set yourself a self-care challenge for the week.
Spend time with a pet.
Try cloud watching.
Make your own home decor.
Go on a cake and coffee date.
Reduce your screen time.
Give yourself a manicure.
Create a soothing atmosphere with some candles.
Plan out a nutritionally balanced meal plan.
Print off your photos and create an album.
Write down calming affirmations to repeat.

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