February is finally here. It’s our favorite month to love ourselves a little bit more, reset realistic intentions, and implement them in meaningful daily habits. It’s our favorite month to move more slowly on purpose and romanticize everything about our routines. I mean, it’s the month of love after all, isn’t it?

If you’re in the same boat, we’re here for you. There’s just something about January that feels like it’s all or nothing—but in all honesty, it’s OK to restart this month. It’s OK to let go of our resolutions if they don’t align with your purpose today. January was a trial month, if you will. 

So, how do we focus on this soft reset? Here are tips on how to be softer with yourself and practice self-compassion this month.

Be more gentle with yourself

February is about rewiring your nervous system: Take things slow. Focus on being more gentle with yourself and practicing self-compassion. Here are mantras to help you out on times you feel anxious or stressed, via Healthline.

1. What do I need right now?
2. Let me be kind to myself in this moment.
3. Let me give myself the compassion I need.
4. I’m going to get through this.
5. What do I need to be well?

And remember: breathe. Everything will be OK.

Reset your intentions

What are your daily, weekly, and monthly intentions? A good way to strip these down is to journal out what you want to achieve each period of time. Think of the following journal prompts for inspiration.

1. What do I need to do today to feel better?
2. What would I like more of this week?
3. What would I like less of this week?
4. What can I do this month to feel better?
5. How can I make this month feel productive?

Create daily habits

People aren’t wrong when they say your daily habits make or break your life. Here are some daily habits to implement in your life to keep yourself in check—and to help move slower every day.

1. Drink more water.
2. Meditate at least once a day.
3. Take more mental health breaks.
4. Be less online. (Avoid doomscrolling!)
5. Go outside. (Go on a hike, go on a walk outside your block, feel the sun on your skin).

How are you going to start soft February?