21/01/2026
Here are 3 tiny, do-able rituals to calm your nervous system before bed, no extra products, no complicated routines, just real ways to feel lighter:
1ď¸âŁ Drop your shoulders (30 sec)
Most of us go to bed with our shoulders still up by our ears. Sit or lie down, inhale, exhale and let them drop. Repeat 3 slow breaths. Instant release.
2ď¸âŁ Unclench your jaw (30â60 sec)
If you wake up with headaches or neck tension, this oneâs for you.
As you apply your moisturiser, gently press and release the hinge of your jaw. It might feel tender, so go slow, trust me, it works. Built into your skincare routine, itâs effortless!
3ď¸âŁ3ď¸âŁ Humming before bed - or during the day(30 seconds)
I know this sounds a bit daft⌠and yes, you might feel silly at first.
But humming has been used for centuries across different cultures to calm the body. In Hawaiian traditions, gentle chanting and vocal sounds were used to restore balance, while in yogic practices, humming breath (Bhramari) helps quiet the mind.
The vibrations stimulate your vagus nerve, telling your body itâs safe to soften and rest.
Try it quietly in bed, or when no one is around at first, no pressure, just a soft âmmmâ on the exhale đ¤
⨠Tiny, easy, and surprisingly effective. Try these tonight and feel the difference tomorrow.
At Essentially Blended in Market Harborough, we help you unwind, release tension, and prioritise rest, even when life feels relentless.