BeSophro and its founder Dominique Antiglio are featured in the August issue of Take a Break, within a health feature exploring why many of us naturally feel better during the summer months and how we can turn some of those seasonal benefits into lasting wellbeing habits.

The feature looks at the different ways summer can support our physical and mental wellbeing, from increased daylight and better sleep to spending more time outdoors, moving more naturally and feeling more motivated to make positive changes.

As a Sophrologist and founder of BeSophro, Dominique shares her perspective on the connection between summer, stress and our ability to establish healthier routines.

She explains that summer can provide an opportunity to move away from “stress mode”, making us more naturally receptive to new habits:

“When we’re not stuck in ‘stress mode’, it’s much easier to try new things and stick to them.”

Dominique also highlights the value of keeping new habits simple and realistic. Rather than attempting a complete lifestyle overhaul, small actions such as stepping outside for fresh air, taking a few mindful breaths or creating a simple morning routine can become meaningful anchors that are easier to maintain over time.

The feature also explores the importance of carrying supportive summer habits into the rest of the year. Dominique recommends simple breathing practices as one way to maintain a sense of calm, explaining:

“Extending your exhale signals to the body that it’s safe to relax, helping you reset and stay consistent.”

Discover Dominique’s contribution and the complete Take a Break feature, “Lift Your Spirits: Why Summer Makes You Healthy,” via the link below.

Read the full Take a Break article

Why this matters to you

  • Summer can be an opportunity to establish new habits. Feeling less stressed and spending more time outdoors can make it easier to introduce small changes that support your wellbeing.
  • Small changes can be easier to sustain. Rather than trying to transform your entire routine, simple practices such as mindful breathing, morning daylight or regular movement can become realistic everyday habits.
  • Your summer routine doesn’t have to disappear in autumn. Identifying which habits genuinely make you feel better can help you carry their benefits into busier or colder periods of the year.
  • Sophrology can help you create moments of reset. Simple breathing and awareness practices can support relaxation and help you reconnect with how your body and mind are feeling.

Curious to explore how Sophrology can help you manage stress, build supportive daily habits and bring greater balance into everyday life? Discover BeSophro’s digital programmes, private sessions and workplace offerings, with practical tools designed to support your wellbeing throughout the year.

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