How to Reset Your Life: 6 Simple Ways to Find Balance | UK Mum's Guide

Updated for 2025 

Life can feel overwhelming, can't it? Between juggling work, family commitments, school runs, and trying to keep everyone happy, it's easy to lose sight of yourself. I've been there—feeling like I'm running on empty, constantly playing catch-up, and wondering when I last did something just for me.

If you're nodding along, you're not alone. Many of us reach a point where we need to press pause and reset. The good news? Resetting your life doesn't require a complete overhaul or a two-week retreat (though that sounds lovely!). Small, intentional changes can make a massive difference to your mental health, energy levels, and overall wellbeing.

Today, I'm sharing six practical ways to reset your life that have genuinely helped me find more balance, clarity, and joy. These aren't complicated—they're simple strategies you can start today, even with a busy schedule.

5 Mindful Activities to Do with Your Kids This Winter (Free Printable)

Winter can feel long and challenging for families, especially when the days are short and the weather keeps us indoors. As a mum and teacher, I've learned that incorporating mindfulness activities with children during the winter months can transform those cosy indoor days into meaningful moments of connection and calm.

Mindfulness for kids doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. These five winter mindfulness activities are simple, engaging, and perfect for busy families looking to bring more peace and presence into their daily routine.

How To Be More Ecological At Home: 12 Simple Eco-Friendly Swaps for UK Families

Updated for 2025

Making your home more ecological doesn't have to mean a complete lifestyle overhaul or breaking the bank. As a mum of two and a secondary school teacher, I've learned that small, sustainable changes can make a real difference - both for the planet and for our family's wellbeing.

Over the past few years, I've gradually transformed our home into a more eco-friendly space, and I'm sharing the practical swaps that actually work for busy UK families. These aren't expensive or time-consuming changes - they're realistic, achievable steps that fit into everyday family life.

Moving Home Doesn't Have To Stress You Out

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Moving home does not have to be a massively stressful process. In fact, it can actually be quite a fun and exciting day if you plan it properly. There are so many things that you can do in order to keep this day light hearted, you just need to be dedicated to making this happen. In this article, we’re going to be talking about some of the things that you need to do to make this possible. Keep reading down below if you would like to find out more.


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Sound Baths for Mums: Benefits, How to Try One & Why You Need It

If you're anything like me, finding moments of true peace as a mum can feel nearly impossible. Between school runs, work commitments, and the constant hum of family life, our nervous systems are working overtime. That's where sound baths come in. A beautifully simple yet profoundly restorative practice that's gaining popularity across the UK. Whether you're a mindfulness novice or a seasoned meditation practitioner, a sound bath might just be the reset button you've been searching for.

Introducing The Quiet Hour Journal – Your Free Daily Mindfulness Companion

Are you struggling to find moments of calm in your busy day? Between working, parenting, and everything else on your plate, it's easy to let self-care slip away. That's why I'm thrilled to share The Quiet Hour Journal, the first product in my new Salt & Still mindfulness collection, created specifically for UK mums like us who need practical, achievable ways to reclaim peace in our lives.

The Quiet Hour is your daily invitation to breathe deeply, honour your feelings, and embrace the beauty of slow, intentional living. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or completely new to mindfulness, this journal is here to help you build a sustainable relaxation practice that actually fits into your life, just five minutes a day.

How to Raise a Team Player: Teaching Kids Cooperation & Emotional Intelligence

Updated for 2025

What is a team player? First and foremost, it's someone who acts for the good of the group before they act for themselves. It's the habit of thinking of others first and equally, the habit of acting on those thoughts. If you're wondering how to teach kids teamwork, some of the best ways include team sports and board games – both proven methods for building genuine cooperation skills.

Depending on your child's age, the first thing to teach is empathy for others and the skills needed to view the bigger picture. For example, teaching children cooperation starts with helping them understand how others might be feeling in a certain situation. This is key to raising a team player who genuinely cares about their teammates.

If your child is generally confident in social situations, it's a good idea to teach them to ensure others who might not be so confident are always included in games. Teach them to look out for children who might be feeling left out or who are too shy to join in. A skill like this will take your child very far in life as people will quickly view them as kind, responsible and empathetic – all of which are of course, very desirable characteristics.

How to Love Spending Time In Your Garden

It’s the house itself that accounts for the bulk of the property’s value, but the outdoor areas aren’t nothing. In fact, in the UK, studies have shown that usable outdoor space can account for up to 20% of the property’s value, and it’s even higher in areas where spacious gardens are hard to come by(we’re looking at you, London).

So yes, if the garden is valuable, the question is: why do so few people spend time in theirs? It might have something to do with the UK’s weather (OK, forget that, the climate is definitely a factor), but still. Done correctly, a good garden will essentially become an additional living area, one that elevates your lifestyle at home.

In this post, we’ll run through a few strategies that can take your garden from ‘forgotten space’ to ‘star of the show’ in a matter of months.


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