October 11, 2025: The Dark Habit

Ever showered in the dark?

A new TikTok trend says you should. People call it “dark showering,” and the idea actually sounds peaceful.

It’s pretty simple: flick off the bright bathroom lights and let your mind quiet down. The dimness supposedly helps lower cortisol (the “stress hormone”) faster than bathing under a fluorescent glare.

Consider it a reboot for your brain’s Wi-Fi.

Another benefit? The phone stays out, and for several glorious minutes, you remember what silence feels like. Some folks go a step further by adding candles or essential oils.

Maybe you don’t need a fancy retreat in the Alps. Often life’s good stuff comes in the tiny routines.