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The festive season is usually wrapped in warmth, joy, sparkling lights, and comes with its own stress. Between end-of-year tasks, family gatherings, and holiday preparations, our homes and minds can become more cluttered than we realize.
A December Reset is more than tidying up; it is a gentle ritual of preparing your environment and mind for a fresh start. Think of it as a simple, intentional practice of refreshing your space and your spirit before stepping into a new year, helping you create a festive season filled with ease, clarity, and intention.
Here are thoughtful habits to help you reset, realign, and step into the holidays with clarity.
1. Start With a Gentle Declutter
Clearing physical clutter has a remarkable way of clearing emotional fog. As you remove the things that no longer serve you, you naturally create space for new experiences in the coming year.
You don’t need to “deep clean” your life overnight; Pick one category each day:
· Your bedside table
· Your work desk
· The kitchen and Pantry
· The sofa area
· Your wardrobe
Setting aside at least 30 minutes a day for this, can transform the feel of your home.
2. Refresh Your Living Areas
A December Reset is about creating a soothing environment. After decluttering, ensure you do these:
· Replace burnt-out candles or diffusers.
· Switch to cozy lighting and warm bulbs.
· Open your windows early in the morning to invite fresh air and sunlight.
· Set up your Decorations to add a feel of the festive season in your space.
These habits create calm and renew your spaces.
3. Clear Digital Clutter
Your home isn’t the only place that needs a reset, but your devices do too. Decluttering your digital space also brings a surprising amount of mental clarity.
· Delete unused apps
· Clean your camera roll
· Sort email folders
· Back up important documents
A clean digital home creates the same peace as a clean physical home.
4. Prepare Your Home to Host Visitors.
The holidays bring loved ones together, and creating a warm, welcoming space can deepen those moments:
· Set out extra throw pillows
· Add Fresh scents in your space.
· Add a tray with snacks or tea options
· Display your holiday cards or decorations intentionally
If you love hosting, a simple, thoughtful arrangement goes a long way. People remember how your home feels, not how it looks.
5. Create a Self-Care Routine
Before gifting others this season, make room to gift yourself intentional care. Fill your shelf with:
· A favorite candle
· A journal
· A soothing tea pouch
· A Not Just Pulp greeting card addressed to yourself, because you deserve one
And engage in activities that bring about stillness like:
· Five minutes of journaling
· Stretching before bed
· A slow morning
· Sit with a warm drink
· Read something inspiring
· Listen to soft music
· Gratitude practice
Small habits can have your mind relaxed throughout the holiday rush. A December Reset is not just about tidying, but having a relaxed mind before the year unfolds again.
7. Reset Your Mind With “End-of-Year Reflections”
As your home becomes clearer, take a moment to reset your thoughts too.
Reflect on:
· What brought you joy
· What challenged you
· What you want more
· The habits that helped you
· The memories worth carrying forward
Write these reflections as your personal encouragement for the New year.
CARDS RECOMMENDATION FROM NOT JUST PULP:
The holidays bring connection, celebration and its own kind of pressure. A December Reset helps you navigate the season with calm, clarity, and a refreshed home that supports a refreshed you.
And while you gift joy to others this season, don’t forget to gift yourself kindness too through an encouraging message written inside a Not Just Pulp greeting card. A reminder that you are worthy of the same warmth you give so freely.
