September always feels like a second New Year, doesn’t it? Summer’s winding down, the kids are back at school, and suddenly there’s this quiet little whisper of “time to get your sh*t together.”
But here’s the thing: hitting reset doesn’t mean torching your life, quitting your job, and moving to Bali. (Unless you want to, in which case… crack on.) Resetting is about small, intentional shifts that recharge your energy and bring a bit of clarity back. And September is the perfect time for it.
So, if you’ve been feeling frazzled, stuck, or just plain meh, here’s how to hit reset this month without burning everything to the ground.
1. Do an Energy Audit
Start with the basics: where’s your energy actually going?
Grab a notebook (or our Reset & Recharge Mini Pack if you want a pretty one) and ask yourself:
- What’s draining me right now?
- What’s energising me right now?
- One thing I’ll ditch this month:
- One thing I’ll prioritise this month:
This little check-in is surprisingly powerful. You’ll spot the energy leaks and the things that light you up – and that’s the whole point of a reset.
2. Pick Your “Word of the Month”
Sometimes goals feel heavy. Instead, pick a single word that captures how you want September to feel.
It could be: calm, brave, focused, rested, light. Stick it on a Post-it, make it your phone wallpaper, write it in lipstick on your bathroom mirror if you’re feeling dramatic.
Then, use that word as your anchor. Every choice you make, check it against that word: does this move me closer or further away from it?
3. Create a Recharge Menu
We all know the drill: “self-care matters.” But when you’re knackered, it’s hard to think of what will actually help. That’s where your personal recharge menu comes in.
Make a list of tiny, do-able things that reset your energy. Stuff like:
- 10-minute walk
- Phone-free evening
- Declutter one drawer
- 1 page of journaling
- Dancing like an idiot to Bon Jovi (you’re welcome).
The trick is to keep it simple and personal. When you hit that wall of overwhelm, you’ve already got your menu to hand – no decision fatigue required.
4. Reset Your Goals (Lite Version)
Forget a 12-step life overhaul. A September reset is about choosing a couple of small, meaningful goals and giving yourself permission to keep it light.
Try this:
- Top 3 priorities this month
- Small steps I’ll take
- How I’ll celebrate progress
- Support/resources I need
- My mantra/affirmation for the month
Boom. That’s a reset plan without overcomplicating it.
5. Daily/Weekly Micro-Resets
A reset isn’t a one-off event. It’s the small choices you make day by day. Build in a couple of quick check-ins with yourself:
- What do I need to let go of today?
- What one thing can I do to feel recharged?
- Where do I need to slow down?
- What can I celebrate about myself right now?
They take two minutes, but they keep you on track.
Final Thought
Resetting doesn’t have to mean drastic changes or dramatic gestures. Sometimes it’s about pausing long enough to notice what’s working, what isn’t, and what you need more of.
So this September, instead of writing yourself a 47-point action plan, try a lighter touch. Pick your word. Do your energy audit. Choose one or two rituals that actually recharge you. That’s enough.
Because the point isn’t to burn everything down — it’s to give yourself the space and energy to grow.
Ready to Reset?
Our brand-new Reset & Recharge Mini Pack is a bite-size A5 insert (just 6–8 pages) designed to help you do exactly this. Think energy audit, recharge menu, light monthly planner, and prompts to keep you on track. Grab it in the shop for just £3, or if you’re a Nexus Collective member, it’s free in your dashboard.
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