Tag: Self care

Self-Care Ideas for June 2023

Are you continuing your commitment to self-care? Or perhaps you are just starting your journey to take time for yourself. Self-care is essential for your overall health and well-being. If you are searching for inspiration, check out the following self-care ideas for June.

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  1. Make a commitment to self-care. Consider writing out your dedication and place it in a spot where you can see the affirmation every day.
  2. Stay hydrated. Drink lots of water or try herbal teas.
  3. Get enough sleep.
  4. Walk away from drama.
  5. Practice saying, “no” to extra work or other commitments you do not want to do.
  6. Spend time with positive people who lift you up and believe in your dreams.
  7. Go on a nature walk (Don’t forget your camera)
  8. Try yoga.
  9. Eat healthier meals.
  10. Read
  11. Write in a journal.
  12. Call an old friend.
  13. Binge-watch your favorite show.
  14. Go hiking.
  15. Try a new recipe.
  16. Join a club.
  17. Learn a new skill.
  18. Go on a picnic.
  19. Take a long warm shower.
  20. Go to an art gallery or museum.
  21. Meditate or pray.
  22. Soak in a warm bubble bath.
  23. Declutter.
  24. Give yourself an in-home spa treatment.
  25. Plant something.
  26. Volunteer.
  27. Make smoothies from fresh fruit.
  28. Turn off your devices.
  29. Create a new playlist.
  30. Set goals.

Have a wonderful month! Take care of yourself.

Self-Care Ideas for November 2022

A new month is here. November is generally the start of the busy holiday season. The time is perfect to engage in self-care activities. Taking time to focus on yourself promotes healthier physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. If you are searching for self-care ideas for November, keep reading.

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  1. Make a commitment to take care of yourself. If needed, write your intentions down. Tape the note to your computer, refrigerator, or bathroom mirror.
  2. Stay hydrated. Drink lots of water or sip on herbal teas.
  3. Create a holiday season bucket list.
  4. Create a gratitude list.
  5. Do a digital detox for an afternoon or an entire day.
  6. Day Light Savings Time Ends—remember to get plenty of sleep.
  7. Light your favorite scented candle. (Holiday-themed candles are already out in stores.)
  8. Remember to vote.
  9. Take yourself out on a lunch date.
  10. Call someone you love.
  11. Veterans Day—Volunteer or write a thank you note to your favorite veteran.
  12. Try a new exercise or stretching routine.
  13. Read inspiring quotes.
  14. Listen to your favorite podcast.
  15. Binge-watch your favorite television program.
  16. Spend a night in a hotel.
  17. Remind yourself, it’s okay to say, “no” to something you do not want to do.
  18. Create a vision board.
  19. Get a massage.
  20. Meditate or pray.
  21. Declutter a drawer or an entire room.
  22. Color in adult coloring books or do crafts.
  23. Go have lunch with friends.
  24. Enjoy Thanksgiving!
  25. Create a scrapbook from photos on your phone.
  26. Create a playlist of your favorite songs.
  27. Try a new recipe or make a family favorite.
  28. Watch motivational TedTalk videos.
  29. Take a long bubble bath. (Try listening to jazz music while soaking.)
  30. Learn a new skill.

Have a great month! Remember to take care of yourself.

Self-Care Ideas for October

 A new month is a perfect time to commit to taking care of yourself. Work, school, family, and other commitments often lead to chaotic schedules. Spending time on yourself is critical for your overall well-being. If you need inspiration, check out the following self-care ideas for October.

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  1. Make your monthly commitment or affirmation to take care of yourself. If needed, write out your intention for better self-care to display.
  2. Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water.
  3. Create a fall-inspired playlist.
  4. Write in a journal.
  5. Attend a festival. Try something new.
  6. Burn an aromatherapy candle or essential oils.
  7. Go out to lunch with an old friend.
  8. Declutter
  9. Order take-out on a busy day.
  10. When you feel overwhelmed, take long deep breaths.
  11. Spend an afternoon reading a book.
  12. Practice recognizing toxic situations. Set boundaries when you realize the situation or person is not helping you grow.
  13. Take an online class. Even if you just watch YouTube videos to learn more about something, give yourself permission to grow.
  14. Create a vision board for the future.
  15. Happy Sweetest Day! Spend time with the one you love. Or snuggle under your favorite blanket and binge-watch Netflix.
  16. Volunteer at a local pet shelter or animal rescue. Dog walking is great physical activity. The dogs love the extra attention.
  17. After a long day, give yourself permission to rest and relax.
  18. Meditate or pray.
  19. Workout
  20. Plan a spay day.
  21. Get plenty of sleep. Take a nap, sleep in, or go to bed early.
  22. Limit your screen time.
  23. Go to the library.
  24. Watch YouTube videos.
  25. Take a long drive.
  26. Cook your favorite homemade meal or try a new recipe.
  27. Do crafts.
  28. Go on a long nature walk or try hiking a new trail.
  29. Take steps to improve your diet. Eat healthy foods.
  30. Let out your inner child and carve a pumpkin.
  31. Happy Halloween! Get dressed up or hand out candy.

Self-Care Ideas for April

Happy April! The month brings warmer weather, Easter, and rain showers for those upcoming May flowers. Are you taking care of yourself? If you are looking for self-care ideas for April, check out the following.

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  1. Commit to better health choices. Write out a list of areas you want to improve for your personal health.
  2. Take a nature walk on a local trail.
  3. Try yoga or other stretching exercises.
  4. Go hiking.
  5. Create a Spring bucket list.
  6. Photograph new spring flowers.
  7. Diffuse essential oils or burn scented candles.
  8. Take a “quiet” break. Retreat to a quiet space. 15 minutes of quiet time is a great way to recharge.
  9. Create a new spring playlist.
  10. Get a massage or do an in-home spa day.
  11. Volunteer at a local pet rescue or animal shelter as a dog walker.
  12. Write in your journal.
  13. Watch TED Talks or other motivational videos.
  14. Go on a digital detox.
  15. Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water.
  16. Slowly sip a warm beverage and watch the sunrise or set.
  17. Happy Easter! Attend church services. Or curl up with your favorite comfy blanket and watch Here Comes Peter Cottontail.
  18. Go to your local cafe, sip your favorite drink, and quietly observe the world around you.
  19. Go out to lunch with friends.
  20. Practice positivity.
  21. Try breathing exercises, meditation, or prayer.
  22. Earth Day! Do something for the environment. Recycle, plant flowers, or volunteer at a community cleanup.
  23. Go on a picnic.
  24. Listen to a podcast or audiobook.
  25. Got out to eat.
  26. Sleep
  27. Go for a long drive and loudly sing to your favorite tunes.
  28. Take a warm bubble bath.
  29. Bake your favorite dessert.
  30. Get lost as a local tourist.

Have a great April!

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