Digital Declutter & Reset Rituals
Simple Tools to Clear Space in Your Head
You may not see it, but your phone, inbox, and screen time might be fueling your stress — not helping it.
Even when our homes feel more organized, the clutter can still live in our pockets and on our screens. Between email overload, 25 open tabs, and digital reminders everywhere, our brains don’t get the break they need.
I’ve found that clearing digital clutter — and building in small mental resets — creates more space to think clearly, plan confidently, and enjoy the slower pace of summer.
1. Digital Declutter: Reduce the Noise
Our digital spaces need spring cleaning too. Every notification, unread email, and random screenshot takes up more than memory — it drains mental energy.
Personal Example: A few months ago, I realized I had 30 open tabs, 20 flagged emails, and a 3 page list on my “reminders” app. I spent 30 minutes one Friday deleting, archiving, and condensing — and my brain felt 10 pounds lighter.
Try This:
Unsubscribe from 5 promotional emails from stores you don’t shop at regularly
Delete 20+ old screenshots or photos
Choose one app to check only twice a day (no more notifications!)
2. Create One Summer Planning Hub
Scatter = stress. Instead of sticky notes, texts, and apps all holding summer plans, create a central “hub.”
Personal Example: I’ve tried every system out there, but because I’m such a visual person, I need to see things in front of me for them to actually get done. What finally works for me? I start each week with a master list, plug time-sensitive tasks into my calendar, and then use one brightly colored piece of paper as my daily to-do list. Having everything in one visible place keeps me focused and grounded — instead of bouncing between notebooks, apps, and mental notes.
Try This:
Keep all your summer plans in one easy-to-see place. I use calendar invites to loop in my family — whether it’s camp schedules, weekend plans, or travel details. That way, everyone’s on the same page, and I’m not the only one keeping track of it all.
Choose a system that works for you — the goal is to stop holding it all in your head.
3. Build a Daily Mental Reset Ritual
Even 5 minutes of focused breathing, journaling, or movement can shift your entire day.
Personal Example: I meditate first thing in the morning before anything else. I often then sit with my coffee and write down 3 things: What’s on my mind, how I want to feel at the end of the day, and what I can let go of. That one habit grounds me, especially when the day feels like a blur of errands and decisions.
Try This:
Morning: Set a timer for 5 minutes of quiet reflection
Afternoon: Take a walk phone-free or listen to an inspiring podcast
Evening: Reflect on your day, what you did well and what you can improve on tomorrow
