30 Days of Self-Care for June

Self-care is essential for your physical, spiritual, and mental well-being. Whether you are working full time, practicing social distancing, or staying at home, you must take the time for yourself. If you would like some inspiration on self-care ideas, check out the following for June.

1. Go for a Hike: Check out a new trail, get outdoors, and do not forget to take along your favorite 4-legged companion.
2. Photograph Nature: You do not need a fancy camera to snap a picture of the sunrise or sunset. Spend some time enjoying nature. Photograph your journey.
3. Video Chat with Friends or Family Members on Zoom
4. Take a Long, Bubble Bath: Soaking in a warm tub with lots of bubbles is a great way to relax.
5. Write a Letter: Put pen to paper and write a traditional letter.
6. Buy Yourself Flowers or Chocolate
7. Turn Up the Music and Sing
8. Binge-Watch Something New
9. Draw or Paint
10. Try a New Craft
11. Meditate or Pray
12. Try a New Recipe
13. Start a Journal
14. Read a Book: Step outside of your usual reading genre and find something new to read. Yes, comic books and manga count as reading material.
15. Listen to a New Podcast
16. Clean, Declutter, and Reorganize Your Living Space
17. Take a Long Nap or Sleep In
18. Listen to an Audio Book
19. Call a Friend from School
20. Listen to the Sounds of Nature: If you cannot open your window to hear nature, find a live cam on YouTube or other platforms. Turn up the volume and just listen.
21. Watch YouTube Videos
22. Make a Video of Your Pet
23. Do an In-Home Spa Day: Paint your nails, soak your feet, do a facial, and hot oil treatment for your hair.
24. Sip a Cup of Hot Tea, Coffee, or Cocoa
25. Birdwatch
26. Print Photos from Your Phone: Make a photo scrapbook, buy frames to hang photos on the wall, or send prints to friends and family members.
27. Go for a Nature Walk: Collect rocks, pine cones, or other material for crafts. Paint the rocks and hide around your neighborhood. For example, paint thank you or quotes on the rock and place in front of the hospital or other medical facility.
28. Get Take Out: Whether you order a meal for yourself or your family, take a break from cooking. Yes, pizza does count.
29. Burn a Nice Smelling Candle
30. Spend an Evening Looking at the Stars

Author: Rebecca C.

I am just a person who loves to photograph and write about the world around me. View all posts by Rebecca C.