A Mom’s Guide to Quick Resets: 10-Minute Routines That Actually Work
Okay, let’s be real: Motherhood is just one long juggling act. When I became a mom, especially once my first kid became a toddler, I had no idea all that went into managing a household with kids. If between groceries, work, activities, cleaning the house, and so. much. more., you feel stretched thin or like your brain just won’t stop going; you’re not alone. That’s where quick resets can come in.
Think of them as little 10 minute pauses that bring you back to life. They’re simple, doable, and don’t require a complicated system or a whole day to yourself. Just a few minutes to shake off the overwhelm and find a little more peace in the chaos.
What’s a Quick Reset, Anyway?
A quick reset is just a small, intentional moment. A pause, stretch, dance, brain dump, or whatever you want that helps you feel more grounded. No pressure, no rules. Just a reset button you can hit when life feels blah. Whether it’s mindful breathing (I had a therapist recommend tapping…it’s not for me, but feel free to look it up ;)), a eyes closed break in the kitchen, or clearing one space in the house, these micro-routines remind you: you matter too.
Why 10 Minutes Works
Here’s the good news: you don’t need hours to make a difference. 10 minutes is short enough to fit between the pockets of time you’re guaranteed to have in a day, but long enough to give your brain and body a break. Plus, keeping it small makes it way more likely you’ll actually do it. And small steps add up.
10-Minute Resets to Try Today
Mindful Breathing – Close your eyes, inhale, exhale. Repeat until the noise in your head feels quieter.
*Dance Party – Turn up a favorite song and move. No choreography required-just let your kids think you’ve gone crazy for the length of 1 song.
Quick Movement – A few squats, stretches, or a walk down the street. Nothing fancy, just a reset for your body.
Journaling for Clarity – Brain dump on paper. Gratitude, frustrations, messy thoughts-let it out.
Guided Meditation – Put in your earbuds and follow a 10 minute video on YouTube.
Nature Break – Get outside. Breathe real air. Notice the trees or even just the sky. Touch grass as they say.
**Tidy Ten – Pick one small space and reset it. Clear the counter, fold a blanket, toss the junk mail.
Phone a Friend – Send a voice memo or quick call. Sometimes connection is the best reset.
*My personal fav + you can get the kids involved and it’s a real good time.
**I swear I don’t always feel like doing this one, but when I do, it makes a world of difference.
Make It Your Own
The best part about quick resets is how flexible they are. Try one when you hit a mid-afternoon slump, or keep a couple in your back pocket for rough mornings.
A Gentle Reminder
There’s no perfect reset. Just take the time to give your self a moment to breathe. These little pauses can make carrying it all a little easier.
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