May always feels like a bit of a turning point. The days stretch out, the mornings start lighter, and there’s this quiet little nudge to check in, with ourselves, with our energy, and with the things we’ve been giving our time to.
This isn’t the kind of month that asks you to sprint. It’s more of a reminder to slow down, clear the noise, and return to what really matters.
Here’s what I’ve been leaning into:
Spend time with people who are good for your nervous system
You know the ones, they don’t drain you, they don’t make you second-guess yourself. They’re the deep breath kind of people. The ones who remind you it’s okay to just be. Prioritise those connections, especially now.
Protect your peace
You don’t have to match the chaos of the world around you. It’s okay to pause before reacting, to not engage with drama, and to step away when something doesn’t feel right. Calm is a power, and it’s yours to protect.
Tune out the noise
There’s so much coming at us all the time, trends, opinions, pressures. May is a great time to get quiet and check in. What actually supports your health and balance? Forget what looks good on paper or online , go with what feels steady, honest, and aligned.
Say yes to what’s real
Less people pleasing. Less “shoulds.” More yes to what lights you up and feels true in your body. You don’t need to explain it. You just need to honour it.
“May is the month you say yes to the habits that make your life shine the brightest.” – Yung Pueblo
Gentle ways to work with this energy:
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Have a little spring clear-out, not just of stuff, but of habits, thoughts, and commitments.
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Start or end your day in silence, even if it’s just 5 minutes. Let your thoughts settle.
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Ask yourself: Does this bring me closer to the life I want, or further from it?
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Let yourself rest, reset, and realign, without guilt.
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Reconnect with nature. A walk, a barefoot moment, the sea breeze. Let it remind you of your own rhythm.
The pace might be slower this month, but it’s not stagnant. It’s steady, it’s intentional, and it’s full of the kind of energy that helps things bloom, not all at once, but in their own time.
Here’s to saying yes to what feels good, softening into your own rhythm, and creating space for what really matters.