Stop Saying I Need to Relax!

Saying I need to relax is fine, but native English speakers use a variety of phrases to express the same idea more naturally. In this short video lesson, you’ll learn five better ways to talk about needing rest or time to recharge.

Here are the alternatives:
• I need to unwind – Perfect when you want to let go of stress.
• I need a break – Simple and useful in everyday situations.
• I need some downtime – Great for talking about quiet, personal time.
• Time to de-stress – A casual way to say you’re feeling overwhelmed.
• Time to recharge – Ideal when you’ve been working hard and need new energy.

Using these expressions helps you sound more fluent and confident. They also add variety to your vocabulary, so you don’t repeat the same phrase every time you feel tired or stressed.

This video is part of our Everyday English series, designed to teach real-life phrases in a fun and easy way. Watch now and upgrade your English with simple changes that make a big impact!