Practical Reset Practices
Simple, realistic habits built around shift life.
These are not extreme routines. They are small adjustments that stabilise energy and restore control.
Daily Reset Practices
Energy Stabilisation
1
Post-Shift Decompression (10 Minutes)
A short routine to help your nervous system switch off after work.
2
Sleep Protection Ritual
Protect the first hour before bed. No stimulation. No decision-making.
3
Light Exposure Reset
Use daylight intentionally after night shifts to regulate your rhythm.
Reduce Overload
Mental Clarity
4
Brain Dump Before Rest
Write everything down before sleep to prevent rumination.
5
Weekly Control Review
Once per week, review what you can control and what you cannot.
6
One Priority Rule
Choose one key task per day. Avoid overwhelm.
Build Stability
Structural Practices
7
Protected Recovery Day
Schedule one intentional recovery window weekly.
8
Shift Planning Block
Plan your week around your rota, not around ideal routines.
9
Boundary Micro-Habit
Say no once per week to something that drains you.
Do Not Try To Implement Everything At Once
Pick one practice. Apply it consistently. Stabilise first. Start with the free Reset Guide for a structured starting point.