Mid-May can be a strange time for us work-from-home entrepreneurs, and a mid-month reset may be just what you need to make it to month-end with some additional wins to bolster your confidence.
See, it’s not just mid-month, but also mid-quarter. And the excitement of Q2 goals might be wearing off.
On top of that, summer is peeking around the corner with its promise of slower days and sunshine.
But right now? You might be feeling a little … stuck. Sluggish. Unfocused. Or just plain tired.
That’s totally normal — and it doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you or your business. It just means it’s time for a mid-month reset.
Not a dramatic overhaul. Not a fresh set of 30 goals to crush.
Instead, this mid-month reset is a gentle, intentional recalibration that helps you reconnect with your energy, your priorities, and your progress — so you can finish the month strong (on your terms).
Let’s walk through a few simple ways to do just that.
7 Ways to Achieve a Mid-Month Reset
1. Pause the Hustle and Check In with Yourself
The first step in any meaningful reset isn’t a new plan. It’s a moment of awareness.
Ask yourself:
- How am I really feeling right now — in my body, my mind, and my work?
- What feels heavy, and what feels light?
- Where have I been just going through the motions?
This is where nurturing starts. Not with a “fix it fast” attitude, but with curiosity and compassion. Instead of bulldozing through the rest of the month, give yourself the gift of tuning in.
ACTION STEP:
Take 5 minutes to journal or voice record your answers to the questions above. You might be surprised at what surfaces when you stop and listen.
2. Reconnect with What You Actually Care About
Sometimes we lose momentum because we’ve drifted from what really matters. Maybe we start working on goals that feel good on paper but don’t really move us forward. Or we keep plugging away at tasks that used to feel exciting but now feel forced.
A mid-month reset is your chance to realign.
Ask yourself:
- What did I say I wanted this month? Do I still want that?
- What’s one small win I’m proud of so far?
- What would feel meaningful to make progress on this week?
Maybe you’re craving more creative time. Or a return to consistent outreach. Or a more peaceful, organized workflow. Whatever it is, name it.
Like your dog, once you’ve named it, you can call it to you.
ACTION STEP:
Choose one priority you want to reconnect with for the rest of the month. Write it down and keep it visible (sticky note, phone lock screen, desk reminder — whatever works for you).
3. Refresh Your Work Space
Our physical environment impacts our mental energy more than we realize.
That cluttered desk? That pile of sticky notes you’re ignoring? That dusty candle you meant to light for “vibes” two weeks ago?
It all adds up. And a quick refresh can give you a tangible sense of progress and reset your mental state.
ACTION STEP:
Set a timer for 15 minutes. Clear your desk. Toss old papers. Wipe down surfaces. Add something new and simple — a fresh playlist, a lit candle, a quote that lifts you up.
You don’t need a full makeover. Just a few small shifts to say: This space is here to support me.
4. Focus on Progress, Not Perfection
One of the fastest ways to drain your mid-month energy is to beat yourself up about what you haven’t done.
Let’s not do that.
Instead, focus on progress:
- What’s one thing you’ve already moved forward on this month?
- Where have you shown up — even if it wasn’t perfect?
- What’s something you’re learning (even if it’s been hard)?
Celebrating these small steps helps rebuild momentum and remind your nervous system that you’re not behind — you’re growing.
ACTION STEP:
Write down (or voice memo yourself) three things you’ve done this month that you’re proud of, even if they felt tiny at the time.
Pro tip: If you’re a Tenacious WFH Insider or VIP, this is a great week to revisit this month’s Nurture to Grow Checklist — especially Step 4, which guides you through a simple weekly reflection like this.
Not a paid subscriber? You can still do your own mini-reflection by writing:
📝 “This month, I felt most like myself when I…”
📝 “I’m proud of the way I handled…”
5. Choose One Area to Gently Nurture
When you’re low on energy, adding more can feel like too much.
But nurturing isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what matters with more intention. It’s about tending, not pushing.
So take a look at your business, your relationships, and your well-being. Ask:
- Where could I offer myself a little more care?
- Where could I bring warmth or encouragement to someone else?
- What’s one process, system, or conversation I could improve — gently?
ACTION STEP:
Choose one area to nurture this week. Then take one micro-action.
For example, here are some micro-actions that you might take:
- Reach out to a past client or collaborator with a kind note
- Give yourself an hour to rest or create without pressure
- Update one process that’s been making things harder than they need to be
✨ If you’re a Tenacious WFH Insider or VIP, use the Nurture to Grow Checklist to guide this — it walks you through choosing one area to nurture with specific prompts and micro-actions you can take.
6. Set a Simple Rhythm for the Rest of the Month
Instead of trying to make up for lost time with a giant sprint to the finish, ask yourself:
- What would a sustainable, energizing rhythm look like for me this month?
- What boundaries do I need to reinforce or reset?
- What’s “good enough” — and what can wait until next month?
Next, write down a 3-part rhythm or gameplan to guide the rest of the month:
- Your top priority for the remainder of the month
- Your weekly cadence (for example, 3 focused work blocks, 1 outreach session, 1 rest day)
- One thing you’ll say no to to protect your energy
ACTION STEP:
Block off 15 minutes on your calendar to sketch out this simple rhythm. (Bonus points if you use your favorite planner or a calming playlist to make it feel fun.)
7. Revisit (or Rewrite) Your Why
When energy dips mid-month, it’s easy to get caught in the weeds — replying to emails, checking off to-dos, doing the work without remembering why you’re doing it in the first place.
This is your chance to zoom out and reconnect with the heart behind your business.
Ask:
- Why does this work matter to you?
- Who are you showing up for — including you?
- What would feel worth celebrating by the end of the month?
Taking just a few minutes to name your deeper “why” can reignite your motivation and bring clarity to your next steps.
ACTION STEP:
Write a quick “Why I’m doing this” pep note to yourself. You can keep it in your planner, tape it to your wall, or make it your phone wallpaper. Bonus: Record a voice memo version for yourself to play when you need a boost.
You Don’t Need to Start Over — Just Do a Nurturing Mid-Month Reset
The power of a mid-month reset isn’t in doing everything differently. It’s in pausing long enough to notice what’s working, release what’s not, and then choose your next steps with clarity.
This is the work of nurturing — not just your business, but yourself.
It’s okay to shift gears. You’re allowed to slow down. It’s okay to change your mind.
Just don’t forget to keep showing up — in small, tenacious ways — for the things that matter most to you.
You’ve got this.
Want a simple tool to help you walk through this process?
If you’re a Tenacious WFH Insider or VIP, use this month’s Mini Power Tool — your Nurture to Grow Checklist — to help you reflect, reset, and refocus with intention. Use it to help you reset anytime you feel stuck or scattered this month.
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