Slow Down to Live Better: 5 Wellness Rituals for Active Women

In a daily life filled with notifications, appointments, work, and personal responsibilities, taking the time to slow down can seem counterintuitive—even impossible. And yet, it's often in these moments of pause that we regain our mental clarity, our energy... and our well-being.

At LICA Wear, we design underwear so every woman can feel good about herself—literally and figuratively. And it starts with the little things you do every day. Here are 5 realistic and gentle rituals you can incorporate into your busy schedule to help you regain balance without adding extra pressure.

1. Breathe deeply, even for 3 minutes at a time

“Breathing is not just a reflex, it’s an art.”

Breathing is one of the most powerful—and accessible—tools for calming the nervous system. And the good news is: it only takes a few minutes a day to feel the benefits .

How to integrate it:

Set a timer for 3 to 5 minutes.
Inhale through your nose for 4 seconds.
Exhale slowly through your mouth for 6 to 8 seconds.
Repeat softly, closing your eyes if possible.

You can practice this conscious breathing in the morning before your coffee, in the car, or just before a meeting . It's a mini break that brings you back to the here and now.

💡 Useful resource : This guided cardiac coherence exercise on YouTube (5 minutes).

2. Create a simple (and enjoyable) body care ritual

Taking care of your body is much more than just aesthetics. It's an act of tenderness towards yourself. We're talking about gentle, sensory gestures that don't need to be long or complicated .

Easy to integrate ideas:

Apply a dry oil or moisturizer after showering, taking the time to massage it into the skin .
Use a gua sha stone or jade roller on your face, especially around your eyes and jawline.
Dry brush your body before showering (lymphatic brushing) to stimulate circulation.

This moment can also become a symbolic transition between day and evening, or between training and relaxation.

💡 Local product to discover : BKIND body care products — vegan, made in Quebec and perfect for creating a gentle ritual.

3. Establish a moment of silence (without screens)

Silence becomes rare, especially when you're binge-watching podcasts, voicemails, and playlists. Yet, auditory quiet is essential for resting the brain .

How to keep it simple:

In the morning, before taking out your phone, sit for 5 minutes in silence.
During your daily walk, remove your headphones to reconnect with your steps, nature, and ambient sounds.
In the bath or shower, choose silence over background noise.

The goal is not to “meditate perfectly,” but just to let your mind breathe .

💡 For further information : The Petit BamBou app offers guided meditations and mindfulness sessions in French.

4. Create a micro evening routine that grounds you

When we come home from a busy day, our instinct is often to dive straight into tasks or slump in front of a screen. What if you created a little transition zone for relaxation ?

A mini anchoring routine:

Light a candle or some sweet incense.
Prepare a herbal tea (chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, etc.).
Write a few lines in a journal or note down 3 positive things from your day.
Exchange a moment of attention with yourself: a kind sentence, a smile in the mirror, a moment of self-empathy.

This ritual doesn't need to last more than 10 minutes. It's a moment of self-reflection, without any performance.

💡 Local inspiration : Organic herbal teas from Les Zerbes Folles for enveloping evenings.

5. Dress your body with intention

Yes, even that is a ritual. When you choose to wear comfortable clothes that fit your reality, your skin, and your desires, you are communicating to your body that it deserves comfort now , not just “after you’ve accomplished everything.”

What this could mean:

Choose soft, seamless panties that move with you without bothering you.
Wear breathable, supportive fabrics first thing in the morning.
Change after work to mark the end of the day.

These gestures, although simple, can change your relationship with yourself , your body, your energy.

💡 Discover : Our seamless LICA Wear models are designed to offer you lasting comfort, day after day.

🌸 In conclusion: the luxury of slowing down

Slowing down doesn't mean giving up on your goals or "doing less." It's about creating space to move forward with clarity and self-respect . These rituals are here to remind you that you don't have to earn rest—you deserve it, as a basic human right.

Start with just one ritual today. Notice what difference it makes. And remember: even in the daily grind, you have the right to walk slowly.

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