Moments of Calm: Creating a Summer Wellness Routine That Sticks
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As the pace of summer picks up with travel plans, and a calendar full of social outings, it becomes even more important to find moments of calm that help us stay grounded. July is the perfect time to build a simple, nourishing routine that brings balance, warmth, and mindfulness into your everyday life. At Rathbornes 1488, we believe that a single candle can be the gentle reminder you need to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.
Here’s how you can create a sustainable summer wellness routine, one flicker at a time:
1. Morning Light & Intention
Start your day with stillness. As the early morning light filters in, light a softly scented candle like White Pepper & Honeysuckle to create a calm and uplifting atmosphere. Pair this with a moment of breathwork or a short meditation. It doesn’t have to be long—just enough to set an intention before the day begins.
2. Midday Mindfulness Outdoors
Step away from screens and into the fresh air. Find a shaded corner in your garden or balcony, bring a notebook, and reflect. Journaling or reading a page from a book you love can offer a mental reset. Diffusers like our Cedar, Amber & Clove blend bring a grounding note to help re-centre your mind as the day hums around you.
3. Evening Wind-Down Ritual
As the light softens and the temperature cools, carve out a few minutes to intentionally slow down. Light a candle with a warm, comforting scent try Dublin Dusk or Bitter Orange and let it be the cue to put away your phone, stretch gently, or enjoy a screen-free hour. These small habits add up to deep rest over time.
The Beauty of Repetition
It’s not about overhauling your schedule. It’s about returning to the same small practices that remind you to be present. When you light a candle daily, it becomes more than scent or glow—it becomes a signal of care. For your home. For your mind. For you.
This July, let Rathbornes 1488 be part of your everyday wellness. Let fragrance, flame, and stillness be your anchors no matter how fast the world moves around you.
