Reset Days: The Lagos Edition

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June 13, 2025

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Reset Days: The Lagos Edition

Soft Life Vol. 4

Life in Lagos can feel like a full time hustle, even on your days off. The traffic. The noise. The “quick meetings” that turn into day long marathons. But more creatives and professionals are carving out intentional time to unplug, reset, and breathe, and they’re doing it right here in the city.

Welcome to the era of reset days.

Reset days are more than just breaks from work. They’re scheduled pockets of soft living. A dedicated 24 hours (or more, if you’re lucky) to pause, realign, and treat yourself like someone you’re responsible for caring for (because you are).

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What Do Reset Days Look Like in Lagos?

Reset days don’t all look the same. For some, it’s an ocean view breakfast followed by a massage at Greywood Spa. For others, it’s silence, scented candles, and a full day offline. The key is intentionality, choosing activities (or non activities) that pour back into your energy tank.

Some go for:

Nature walks at Lekki Conservation Centre or Lufasi Park
Solo brunch at spots like Rye Lagos
Spa rituals at Oriki
In home reset kits: think journals, herbal teas, playlist curation, aromatherapy, and floor stretching

It’s Not Just Rest, It’s Strategy

Resetting isn’t laziness. It’s energy management. With burnout becoming a regular guest in the lives of overworked Lagosians, these reset days are how many are choosing to set boundaries, preserve creativity, and make life feel fuller, not just busier.

In a city that rarely sleeps, this soft rebellion is refreshing and necessary.

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Your Own Reset Day Blueprint

Want to try it for yourself? Here’s a simple guide:

Prep the day before: Clear your to dos. Set your away message. Let people know you’re off grid.
Design your vibe: Is this a pampering day or a no talking, tech free detox? Decide early.
Don’t overschedule: One or two intentional acts of care is enough.
Document if you want: Some keep reset journals or post their routines online to inspire others.

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In Case You Missed It…

If you’re new to the Soft Life series, read our first feature, “Soft Living Is Not a Luxury — It’s the New Normal”, where we explore the mindset shift powering this lifestyle.