Self Care Day 2025: Smart tech to help recharge and relax

Jobhunting in the tech and IT sectors today can feel relentless and demoralising in a matter of hours. Sending applications, attending demanding interviews, completing technical tasks, engaging with prospective employers and dealing with the aftermath of rejection emails can quickly make IT professionals feel burned out and exasperated.

Unfortunately, it can be difficult to see the wood for the trees when job seekers get stuck in this routine. In the interests of Self Care Day fast approaching – on the 24th of July 2025, aptly dubbed “24/7” to remind us that self-care should be practised around the clock – there’s no better time to allow yourself the time to decompress, recharge, and maintain your sanity and wellbeing as you continue your job search.

The stats don’t lie: job hunting can be as stressful as some of the most complex and time-intensive projects you’ve had in your career. The constant pressure to stay “switched on” for interviews, training, self-development courses, networking and more can take a toll on our mental and physical health. 

Fortunately, however, the same innovative spirit that underpins the tech industry has also given way to an abundance of tools which can help us step back, breathe, achieve balance, and, fundamentally, relax. 

With that in mind, let’s explore some tech products and software that can help you relax and stay focused on your job hunt, so it doesn’t feel like climbing the steepest mountain in the depths of a blizzard.

Take control of your health with smart rings

The stylish and sleek smart ring leader has become the go-to for working professionals seeking data-driven insights from wearables. The Oura Ring is a household name in the smart ring market, offering a new sensing platform known as Smart Sensing, as well as accurate heart rate monitoring, temperature sensors, symptom radar alerts, sleep tracking, and more.

It can help job seekers from all walks of life get a better handle on their physical health and rest, understanding the right time to prioritise R&R when their daily routine becomes particularly stressful. It can automatically detect and log exercise like walking, running, strength training and cycling, not to mention track a wide range of metrics, from blood oxygen and body temperature to stress levels.

For professionals navigating the ups and downs of job applications, the Oura Ring can be invaluable at helping you plan your schedule and recognise when the time is right to ease off the throttle.

Relax and unwind with at-home golf simulators

Sometimes the best form of self-care involves stepping away from the computer screen and immersing yourself in a virtual world. Golf Swing Systems offers an innovative and convenient solution with their range of domestic golf simulators that allow discerning players to play and practice in the comfort of their own home. With detailed swing analytics and numerous well-known golf courses to play on, it offers the perfect at-home setup to refine your game and get away from the stresses of daily life, admin, and job searching.

Golf has been known to reduce stress, improve mental focus and provide gentle physical activity, demonstrating a satisfying and round-the-clock option for players of all experience levels. A home golf simulator is there when you need it, without the time constraints of visiting actual courses, not to mention the upheaval of commuting.

Improve your sleep quality with soothing devices

When dealing with interview anxiety, the lack of job security, and potentially cutting into your savings to sustain your life while you search for a new role, it can affect your sleep. Therefore, maintaining good quality sleep hygiene becomes increasingly more important.

Products like the Hatch Restore 3 help you maintain a healthy nighttime routine and get better control of your sleep. Removing the need for jarring phone alarms and reducing your dependency on sending those last-minute emails before you turn the lights off, these fill your room with gentle sunrise alarms for a gentle wake-up call and a wealth of content to help you unwind and fall into a deep sleep.

Establishing consistent sleep routines and boundaries helps maintain a sense of structure at a time when that’s exceptionally hard to do. 

Avoid tension with eye and head massagers

A common pain point for many working professionals and job seekers is suffering from eye strain, headaches and migraines. Extended screen time and stress can exacerbate these issues, but products like Renpho Eye Massagers provide comfort and relaxation by targeting pressure-heavy areas like the temple and the eyelids.

These cost-effective and clever devices come with multiple configurable pressure settings, heating and cooling functions, and a removable gel mask for easy cleaning. Those transitioning from hours spent in front of a screen for job interviews, emails and application forms can indulge in some personal recovery time to reduce excessive eye strain and fatigue.

Relax with an at-home infrared sauna

Those seeking the deep relaxation experience of a spa can achieve one at home with some clever and non-intrusive products. Bundles and options from brands like HigherDOSE provide working professionals with clever relaxation tech, such as red light face masks and hats to sauna blankets and mats, providing the perfect detox and stress relief which can be most welcome after challenging days on the grind for new work. The heat therapy relaxes the muscles, promotes better sleep and encourages better physical recovery.

Prioritise your time and wellbeing

This Self Care Day, remember that your time and wellbeing (both physical and mental) have value. It’s tempting to get into an intense routine of back-to-back and marathon interviews to feel productive, but it’s important to know where the limit is. You will be grateful for maintaining proper sleep hygiene, unwinding with gentle and regular exercise, and prioritising recovery and relaxation when it matters. It’s important to recognise when enough is enough, as your next great job opportunity deserves the best version of yourself, and that means stepping away sometimes and prioritising taking care of who matters most: you.