December is a busy month. The holiday season always adds extra commitments to your busy schedule. Remember to take time for yourself. Engaging in self-care is a necessity for your overall well-being. If you need suggestions, check out the following list for self-care ideas for December.
- Make a commitment to yourself for a stress-free month.
- Make a holiday planner (Staying organized is a great way to reduce stress).
- Give yourself permission for a lazy afternoon.
- Write in a journal
- Buy yourself something warm and fuzzy, a blanket or a pair of socks
- Make a play list of your favorite holiday songs.
- Curl up with a cozy warm blanket and a good Christmas themed book.
- Invest in a good moisturizer for the winter months.
- Bake something delicious.
- Get plenty of sleep. Take a nap or sleep in.
- Take a warm bubble bath or a long hot shower.
- Light a scented candle, meditate or pray.
- Listen to your favorite podcast while giving yourself a facial.
- Eat a meal by candlelight.
- Get creative, make your own Christmas decorations or ornaments.
- Go to a festive community event.
- Get outdoors, go for a walk or a hike.
- Call an old friend to chat.
- Spend an afternoon at the library, search for books, and enjoy the quiet.
- Buy flannel sheets.
- First official day of winter! Find a new hobby for the winter months.
- Start feeding the wild birds.
- Binge watch your favorite Christmas movies.
- Christmas Eve! Watch It’s a Wonderful Life.
- Christmas Day! Merry Christmas! Enjoy your day!
- Make a fruit smoothie.
- Try a new soup recipe.
- Order take-out.
- Visit a new local shop or café.
- Try a new dessert recipe.
- New Year’s Eve! Celebrate you made it through 2021!
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