By Namita S Kalla | June 03, 2025 | Image: Canva
Layer your space with cushions, throws, and textures like wool, velvet or fleece to create a visual and physical sense of softness and warmth
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Drinking warm herbal teas, oat milk lattes or even a simple mug of hot water helps signal the body it’s time to slow down
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Use fairy lights, candles, or soft warm bulbs to create mood lighting that encourages relaxation and reduces harsh sensory input in your space
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Swap tight or scratchy outfits for relaxed loungewear, oversized jumpers, or fuzzy socks that help your body feel safe, calm and unrestricted
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Turn down the TV, silence your phone, or play soft ambient music to soothe your nervous system and create space for quiet presence
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Incorporate comforting scents like lavender or vanilla, use hand creams or oils, and bring in textures that invite gentle, grounding sensory exploration
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Do the same slow routine every night—like lighting a candle, reading, or stretching gently—to train your brain that it’s time to wind down
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Build a small cosy corner with blankets, snacks, and things you love, a space where you can retreat when life feels overwhelming or overstimulating
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Walk slower, eat slower, and breathe slower, cosymaxing is all about rejecting hustle culture in favour of gentleness, slowness and deep rest
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Protect your peace by setting boundaries and saying no to things that drain your energy, even if they’re expected or normal by others’ standards
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