Sunsets, Sweat, and Self-Care: My August Wellness Rituals
August is a strange in-between season.
You’re still in summer mode—but your body knows change is coming. The days get shorter, school is back, the calendar fills up again… and if you’re not careful, your wellness routines can slip through the cracks.
That’s why I treat August as my personal transition month.
I don’t overhaul everything—but I do create space to reconnect with the habits that keep me grounded, energized, and aligned with how I want to feel heading into fall.
Here are the rituals I come back to each August, and how you can use them to support your gut, hormones, energy, and nervous system—without adding more to your plate.
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1. Morning Sunlight + Movement (Before the World Wakes Up)
Why:
Natural light helps reset your circadian rhythm, improves cortisol patterns, and sets the tone for better energy and sleep.
My Ritual:
Walk outside within 30 minutes of waking—ideally barefoot on grass.
If I have more time, I’ll pair it with light stretching or a bodyweight workout. (Check out my favorite fitness finds on the Amazon Shop HERE)
2. Late-Afternoon Sweat (But Not Too Intense)
Why:
Sweating helps clear toxins and regulates temperature, especially after sitting all day. But too much cardio or late HIIT can stress the adrenals.
My Ritual:
A quick strength circuit or brisk walk while listening to a podcast.
If I’m feeling depleted, I’ll use this time for a sauna session or gentle yoga instead.
3. Kitchen Wind-Down
Why:
Digestion, sleep, and blood sugar all benefit when we stop late-night snacking.
My Ritual:
I aim to finish eating 2–3 hours before bed. After dinner, I prep tea (ginger, chamomile, or peppermint), light a candle, and stay out of the kitchen.
4. Magnesium + Mindfulness at Bedtime
Why:
Magnesium supports relaxation, gut motility, and hormone balance. Pairing it with breathwork or journaling helps signal the body that it’s safe to rest.
My Ritual:
Magnesium glycinate + 5 minutes of box breathing in bed.
Some nights I journal, others I simply ask myself: What do I want to carry into tomorrow—and what can I leave here tonight?
5. Gratitude for the Transition
Why:
Seasonal shifts can be hard—emotionally, physically, and hormonally. But they can also be healing if we approach them with intention instead of urgency.
My Ritual:
Evening walks at sunset to reflect on what summer gave me. I remind myself that slowing down is productive—and that routine doesn’t have to mean rigidity.
Lighten Up Before Fall
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XO,
Dr Sheena
