How Do You Recharge After a Big Day? Over 95 People Shared Their Secrets – And One Beautiful Answer Stood Out
This Easter, we asked a question close to our hearts (and yours):
“How do you recharge after a big day?”
We were blown away by the response—over 95 entries poured in, filled with warmth, humour, love, and self-awareness. While the competition winner was drawn at random, we couldn’t help but share some of the beautiful responses that reminded us just how different—and powerful—rest can be.
🎉 Congratulations to James, our lucky winner, whose response captured the gentle power of love and presence in the most touching way:
“For me, it’s not about grand gestures or exotic escapes—it’s the quiet, soul-soothing moments shared with the love of my life. After a long day, I come home and instantly feel lighter the moment I see my darling wife. We cook together, laugh over the little things, and turn even dishwashing into a moment of connection.
Then comes our favourite ritual—sinking into the couch side by side, sharing a square or two of chocolate like it’s the sweetest treasure on earth, and watching our favourite shows as the day melts away. It’s not just relaxation—it’s pure love in motion. The world slows down, worries disappear, and in her arms, I find the peace my heart was seeking all day.
That’s how I recharge. With love, laughter, chocolate, and the one who makes everything feel right again.”
💬 And here are just a few more of the wonderful responses that made us smile, reflect, and even get a little teary:
“Recharging from training hard means resting—and getting big hugs from my kids 🖤💛❤️.”
“My way to recharge is definitely on the couch with a cup of cacao, but a swim in the pool really helps too 😊.”
“Probably not the best way to recharge, but I lie on the couch with the cat on my legs, playing Hay Day, reading, or scrolling through Insta.”
“I love to crochet and have made countless beanies, booties, blankets and toys for family and friends’ babies. I’ve been told many times to sell them online!”
“A conversation with my wonderful Mum is the best way I recharge my cup each day—whatever the day looks like. Her love reminds me I’m never alone.”
“After work, I garden and drink my traditional Fijian drink, Kava—it helps me completely relax.”
“When I come home late, it’s straight to the kitchen for a sweet treat, then a long soak in the bath with a face mask and music, followed by time in the massage chair—bliss.”
“A beach walk is my go-to reset button.”
“After a big day, I shower, get into my comfy clothes, and curl up on the couch with my snuggly dog to watch Selling Houses Australia.”
“Nothing beats crashing on the couch and bingeing my favourite Netflix series—instant reset mode.”
“At 45, I live alone. After mentally draining days, I change into comfy clothes, silence my phone, and lie down on the couch with a throw. A nap fixes everything.”
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No matter how you unwind, the takeaway is clear: recharging doesn’t need to be big, expensive, or complicated. Whether it’s a cuddle with your dog, a crochet hook in hand, or a heart-to-heart with Mum, it’s about creating space to slow down, reconnect, and restore.
Thank you to everyone who entered, and keep an eye out for our next competition! 🥰
