Self-care should
be a lifestyle and not only when you’re overwhelmed and stressed out. We can
get busy, especially on weekdays, but whenever you have some time, make sure
you care for yourself. Below are a few ideas of self-care activities to inspire
you.
Physical
#1. Drink more
water.
#2. Take a nap
without an alarm clock.
#3. DIY or fix
something around the house. Engage your hands.
#4. Develop a
relaxing evening ritual. Take a bath and put on a face mask.
#5. Do some
stretching exercises. It’s especially beneficial for chronic low back pain.
#6. Breathe
deeply.
#7. Get a
massage.
#8. Go out and
spend 10 minutes under the sun.
#9. Go for a
bike ride to nowhere in particular.
#10. Go to bed
early.
#11. Take the
stairs whenever you can.
Mental
#12. Read a book
for 20 minutes every day.
#13. Listen to a
podcast about a topic that interests you, but you have yet to explore.
#14. Listen to
audiobooks while driving.
#15. Write down
your thoughts. So you can give your brain a break from over-thinking.
#16. Avoid toxic
people and surround yourself with supportive people.
#17. Unsubscribe
from email lists and unfollow on social media.
#18. Attend a
support group.
#19. Say « NO »
more often.
#20. Never
complain about anything. If you like something say you like it, if you don’t,
just move on to something else and don’t think about it.
#21. Take
another route to work, or do a routine differently.
#22. Learn how
to make a budget and keep track of your money.
#23. Use online
tutorials to learn a new skill (i.e., cutting your own hair, DIY…).
#24. Learn the
basics of a new language.
#25. Declutter
and donate what you don’t need.
#26. Clear up
your work area.
#27. Fill your
room or desk with inspirational and motivational material.
#28. Make your
bed. Big accomplishments start with small ones like making your bed.
#29. Reward
yourself for completing small tasks.
#30. Tell your
pet all of your darkest secrets. Your pet's nonchalance will remind you that
you’re going to be okay.
#31. Need
someone to listen? Use 7cups of tea. It’ll provide you with trained listeners
who are willing to lend you a caring ear.
#32. Go on a
two-day holiday for the weekend.
#33. Take
yourself on a date like going out to see a movie.
Emotional
#34. Start your
day with gratitude.
#35. Smile at
yourself in the mirror and say from your heart « I love you».
#36. Recite some
positive affirmations.
#37. Find a
quite place and meditate for at least 10 minutes.
#38. Write a
review of a business (restaurant, shop…) you like or a positive comment on
someone’s social media. Spread some positivity. It's contagious.
#39. Give and
help others. See how good it feels to help others without expecting
reciprocation.
#40. Forgive
others who have hurt you in the past.
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