How I’m redefining what wellness means to me
It’s been a while since I’ve taken the time to write here. Over the last year, I’ve noticed my creative muse has been a little… blocked. Or maybe just preoccupied. What I’ve realised is how deeply I thrive on routine, not just in my business, but in my wellness too.
Life has felt fuller and more fluid recently. I’ve been living happily between two places (new relationships will do that), rehoming two kittens, and learning an entirely new skill set through reformer Pilates. The regimented structure I once relied on had to soften and adapt. And I know on some level, this is something many of us can relate to. Maybe motherhood has taken precedence, or a new job is demanding all of your energy. Life shifts often all at once.
So the question becomes: how do we continue to care for ourselves when everything else feels like it’s taking the lead?
I’m still learning the answer, but these are the foundations that have been supporting me lately and I hope they support you too.
Set your non‑negotiables
This has been a game changer for me. No matter how tired, busy, or emotionally flat I feel, I have a few non‑negotiables I return to. Some days they’re done on a small scale, other days more fully, but they’re always honoured. Look at your own wellness practices and ask yourself: what truly matters? What are the things that, when done consistently, help you feel more like you?
Focus on what you can do on your worst day, not just your best
This is often where we fall off track. If your goal is a 25‑minute workout, but you wake up exhausted, cramping, or running on no sleep, that goal can suddenly feel impossible. Instead, meet yourself where you are. On your worst day, maybe all you do is roll out your mat and stretch for two to five minutes. It may feel insignificant, but it keeps the momentum alive and makes showing up the next day feel easier.
Make self‑care something you actually look forward to
When you’re depleted, self‑care can feel like another task on the list, especially when children need you, work is demanding, or you’re simply exhausted. So how can you romanticise it a little?
Light the candles. Run the bath. Create a skincare routine that feels calming and indulgent. Personally, I love using my vibration plate for lymphatic drainage and nervous system regulation while wearing my LED light mask. Is it boujee? Absolutely. But it instantly shifts my mood and sets the tone for my day. We all deserve moments of indulgence, whatever that looks like for you.
Make movement fun
I’m lucky enough to work out on my own platform alongside my members. Knowing that I want movement to feel enjoyable for them at home pushes me to make it genuinely fun. I choose workouts I enjoy but that still challenge me, music that makes me want to move a little more, and formats that are efficient, shorter, but effective.
Stop choosing workouts you dread. Let movement be a celebration of what your body can do. When you really think about it, the fact that your body carries you through life is pretty incredible.
Limit your time on social media
You may have noticed I’ve been sharing less online. Stepping back from social media has been intentional. I found myself doom‑scrolling, comparing, and slowly disconnecting from the people and moments that matter most to me.
I’m still navigating the balance, my work does require me to show up online, but creating distance has brought more peace and presence into my life. And ultimately, that allows me to offer more through my teaching and be more available to the people around me.
I’m still learning. I don’t think we ever really stop. But I’m also learning to enjoy the process rather than rushing toward some imagined destination. It’s no longer about “I’ll be happy when…”. It’s about pausing, looking around at where you are right now, and finding contentment in the smaller moments.
I hope to share more with you this year. Thank you for being here and walking alongside me.
With love,
Marcella x