Welcome to September! The days are growing shorter. The nights are bringing cooler temperatures. The chill in the air ushers in the beautiful autumn season. The changes are a perfect time to make a commitment to yourself for better self-care. If you need inspiration, check out the following ideas for self-care in September.
- Write daily affirmations in a journal.
- Make a cup of herbal tea, and sip slowly, while watching the sunset or sunrise.
- Try a new hiking trail. Or start hiking on a beginner’s trail. The fall season is a wonderful time to get outdoors.
- Read a book outside of your normal genre.
- Happy Labor Day! Enjoy your extra day off. If you’re working, come home and enjoy a long warm shower or bubble bath.
- Spend a day or afternoon doing nothing, just relax.
- Write out your goals for the day, week, month, and the rest of 2022.
- Binge-watch a new series.
- Go for a nature walk. Don’t forget your camera.
- Do crafts. (Autumn and Halloween items are already available.)
- Get extra sleep. Take a nap, go to bed early, or sleep in.
- Treat yourself to in-home spay day. Apply a face mask, paint your nails, soak your feet, etc.
- Go on a virtual tour.
- Spend time meditating or praying.
- Drink lots of water.
- Call an old friend to chat.
- Make your favorite recipe or try a new one. Your local farmer’s market is full of fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Splurge and order takeout from your favorite restaurant.
- Watch YouTube videos. Check out gender reveals, marriage proposals, surprise military homecoming, or pets.
- Eat breakfast every day.
- Turn up the music. Sing along to your favorite tunes or dance.
- The 1st Day of Fall! Enjoy the day!
- Declutter a room or closet. Or simply clean off the top of your desk.
- Find a new food to try, a different type of fruit or candy bar.
- Buy yourself flowers.
- Make yourself a warm beverage on a cool night.
- Unplug from your devices. Go on a social media detox for a day.
- Print out your summer photos and make a scrapbook.
- Volunteer. Helping others is great motivation.
- Practice yoga or other light stretching exercises. (YouTube has numerous beginner videos).
Have fun, relax, take care of yourself, and enjoy September!
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