As we step into 2025, there’s a familiar pull to set resolutions—bold promises to ourselves that, let’s face it, often lose steam by February. This year, why not try something different? Instead of rigid goals, let’s focus on intentions.

Intentions aren’t about ticking boxes or chasing achievements. They’re about defining how we want to feel, live, and grow. Think of them as your inner compass, gently guiding you toward choices that truly serve you. By aligning with these deeper intentions, we naturally let go of habits that hold us back, making space for clarity and purpose in the year ahead.

Let’s take a look at a few habits we can release in 2025—and the small, mindful changes that can help us along the way.

1. Let Go of Doom Scrolling

We’ve all been there: picking up our phone for a quick check, only to lose ourselves in a vortex of videos and updates. With attention spans shrinking (just 2 seconds for videos, according to Facebook!), it’s easy to fall into the dopamine-seeking cycle that keeps us glued to our screens.

This year, let’s reclaim our focus—and our relaxation time. Start small:

• Remove your phone from the room when you need to concentrate or unwind.
• Build up phone-free moments, starting with just 10 minutes and adding 5 minutes each day.
• Still tempted? Try a lockable box to physically remove the distraction.

By taking these steps, you’ll create more mental space for what really matters.

2. Prioritise Togetherness at Mealtimes

In a world of individual schedules and endless distractions, family dinners often fall by the wayside. But research from Carnegie Mellon University shows that spending time with loved ones helps us cope with stress more effectively.

Make 2025 the year of reconnection. Start with a simple rule:

• Commit to at least 5 shared meals a week as a family or household.
• Use mealtime to truly connect—phones away, conversation on.

You’ll be amazed at how 30 minutes of togetherness can create stronger bonds and a sense of calm for everyone around the table.

3. Reinstate Your Office Hours

Blurred boundaries between work and home life? We’ve all been guilty of it. But when you let work spill into your evenings, you risk carrying tension and overwhelm into what should be your time to unwind.

Set clear “office hours” for yourself, and stick to them. At the end of your workday, create a ritual to signal to your brain that it’s time to switch off:

• Log out of emails and silence notifications.
• Enjoy a soothing shower.
• Light a calming candle, like our Kickback fragrance—a perfect companion for easing into relaxation mode.

When you protect your downtime, you’ll feel more refreshed and ready for what’s next.

4. Take More Meaningful Breaks

Spoiler alert: a quick lunch break doesn’t cut it. Your brain needs more than a rushed sandwich at your desk.

In 2025, let’s prioritise real breaks:

• Look out of the window for a few moments to reset your mind.
• Step outside for fresh air or a short walk.
• Take a few minutes to enjoy your coffee, fully present.

By giving yourself these moments, you’ll find renewed focus and creativity—without the burnout.

Step Into 2025 with Purpose

This year, let’s focus on small, intentional changes that bring us closer to the lives we want to lead. Whether it’s disconnecting from tech, reconnecting with loved ones, or carving out moments of calm with scents like Space, it’s all about creating space for what truly matters.

Here’s to a year of clarity, balance, and beautifully scented moments. ✨

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