The September Reset: How to Reclaim Structure Without Losing Your Sanity
September hits different.
It feels like a second New Year—but if you’re not careful, it can become a crash diet, new planner, overcommitted chaos kind of energy that leaves your body more burned out than before.
Let’s not do that.
Instead, I want to show you how to reset in a way that actually supports your gut, hormones, and nervous system—so you can feel energized, clear, and grounded without swinging into all-or-nothing mode.
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Why Fall is the Ideal Time to Reset
Unlike January, September naturally invites rhythm: earlier evenings, school routines, less social chaos. Your body craves structure—and that’s a good thing.
When you align your habits with this seasonal shift, you’ll notice:
- Less bloating and fatigue
- Better digestion and sleep
- More consistent energy and mood
- Greater ease in sticking to nourishing routines
How to Reset Without Burning Out
1. Create a Morning Anchor (Not a Marathon)
Instead of a full routine, pick 1–2 things to commit to. For example:
- 20 oz water + 10-minute walk
- Protein-rich breakfast + sunlight
- Breathwork + magnesium
A short, repeatable morning rhythm can retrain your entire stress response.
2. Plan Dinners, Not Every Meal
Dinner is where most people fall off. Planning 3–4 easy anti-inflammatory dinners for the week is enough to reduce stress, support digestion, and save your sanity.
Need inspiration? Try:
- Turkey lettuce wraps
- Sheet pan salmon + veggies
- Paleo taco bowls
- Quinoa-stuffed peppers
3. Recommit to Your Gut
After summer, your gut may be bloated, imbalanced, or inflamed from alcohol, sugar, travel, or stress.
Support it with:
- Cooked veggies (zucchini, carrots, spinach)
- Bone broth or collagen smoothies
- Digestive bitters or ginger tea
- Enzymes and probiotics (Shop My Supplement Store HERE)
4. Prioritize Rest & Movement Over Workouts
This is not the month to launch into high-intensity workouts 6x/week. Instead:
- Walk daily
- Strength train 2–3x/week (short & focused)
- Stretch or foam roll before bed
Movement should give you energy—not steal it.
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XO,
Dr Sheena
