Between work commitments, family responsibilities, and trying to keep up with a social life (not to mention all the life admin), self-care can feel like a luxury we just don’t have time for. Sound familiar?

Here’s the truth: self-care doesn’t have to be time-consuming. Even the smallest moments of mindfulness can help you reset and recharge. Whether you’re about to dash out the door, tackle the school run, or jump on your next Zoom call, these quick mindfulness practices will bring calm to your day—and help you feel more like yourself.

1. Box Breathing: Calm in 60 Seconds

Breathing techniques aren’t just for yogis—mindful breathing has been shown to reduce stress and even improve brain function. Box breathing is a simple but powerful way to reconnect with yourself and find calm, fast.

Here’s how it works:

• Inhale for a count of four.

• Hold your breath for four.

• Exhale for four.

• Pause for another four.

Repeat for one minute (or longer, if you can) and let the rhythmic breathing calm your mind. It’s a perfect tool to keep in your back pocket for when the day feels overwhelming.

2. Grounding Through Your Senses

When your mind is racing, this grounding technique is a brilliant way to return to the present moment.

Take a deep breath and pause. Then, consciously tune in to:

• One thing you can see

• One thing you can hear

• One thing you can touch

• One thing you can smell

• One thing you can taste

This exercise pulls your focus back to the here and now, silencing that inner chatter and creating space for clarity.

3. Desk Yoga: Stretch Away the Stress

For those back-to-back meeting days (or long hours spent at your desk), desk yoga is a game-changer. No mat? No problem. Just a few minutes of gentle movement can help relieve tension in your body and refresh your mind.

We’re big fans of this 7-minute desk yoga practice by Adriene—ideal for sneaking a little stretch into your day and finding your flow, even from your desk chair.

Create the Perfect Calm with Kickback

True mindfulness isn’t just about what you do—it’s about the atmosphere you create. That’s why we designed Kickback.

With its grounding blend of sun-drenched figs, delicate jasmine petals, and soft, earthy musk, Kickback transforms any space into a haven of calm. Crafted using natural ingredients and inspired by the power of aromatherapy, it’s the perfect scent to help you unwind and reconnect—even when time feels tight.

So light it, breathe deeply, and let its soothing aroma melt the day away. Because finding calm in the chaos? You deserve it.