Self-Care Ideas for August 2025

August is only a couple day away! Are you ready for new month? Do you want to take time out of your busy schedule but don’t know where to start. If you are searching for inspiration, check out the following self-care ideas for August.

  1. Welcome to the new month! August is the perfect time to make a commitment to self-care. Write out your commitment or affirmation to take better care of yourself.
  2. Create a goal list for the month and the rest of 2025.
  3. Stay hydrated. Keep track of your daily water intake.
  4. Try a new workout routine. YouTube is a great resource for beginning a new activity.
  5. Go for a nature drive.
  6. Create a new playlist.
  7. Go for a long drive. (Perfect for your new playlist)
  8. Keep a journal.
  9. Sleep in or take a nap.
  10. Call friends or family members to chat.
  11. Review your daily habits or routine. What areas are working for you? Where can you make improvements?
  12. Do something creative! Paint, draw, or make crafts.
  13. Learn something new. Try a new recipe or take an online class.
  14. Treat yourself with something new. (Yes, purchasing a scarf from your local thrift store counts),
  15. Take photos of the world around you.
  16. Start a skin care routine.
  17. Take yourself out for a solo date.
  18. Do an in-home spa day.
  19. Get a new hair cut or style.
  20. Take time to read a new book or watch a movie.
  21. Make a smoothie from seasonal fruits.
  22. Go stargazing.
  23. Make yourself a hot cup of tea or coffee and watch the sunrise.
  24. Skip your social media accounts for an afternoon or day.
  25. Declutter and tidy a space.
  26. Meditate or pray for 10 minutes.
  27. Say “no” to an extra commitment or activity.
  28. Order pizza or other take-out for dinner.
  29. Today is the start of the Labor Day weekend. Plan something just for yourself.
  30. Wash all your bedding.
  31. Celebrate! Give yourself credit for making it to the end of the month.

Have a great month! Take care of yourself! Never be afraid to reach out for extra help, if needed.

September Self-Care: 30 Ideas to Refresh Your Routine

Welcome September! A new month is a great time to commit to self-care. Taking care of yourself is essential for your overall well-being. If you need inspiration, consider the following self-care ideas for September.

  1. Write out your commitment to self-care. If needed, display your written commitment. Hanging your commitment is a great way to remind yourself to engage in self-care.
  2. Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water.
  3. Keep a journal.
  4. Watch the sunrise or sunset.
  5. Go for a walk.
  6. Take a nap or sleep in.
  7. Burn a candle.
  8. Plan your dream trip.
  9. Create a vision board.
  10. Declutter (Start small. Cleaning out a drawer is an excellent way to begin the decluttering process.)
  11. Volunteer
  12. Call an old friend to chat.
  13. Listen to Ted Talks on YouTube.
  14. Try a new workout routine.
  15. Try meditation or other breathing exercises
  16. Unplug from social media for the afternoon or the entire day.
  17. Create a new playlist.
  18. Practice setting boundaries for people who do not bring joy to your life.
  19. Learn a new skill.
  20. Order take out.
  21. Visit your favorite cafe.
  22. Happy 1st Day of Fall! Create a fall bucket list.
  23. Go to the library and check out a fall-themed book.
  24. Create fall-themed craft.
  25. Practice focusing on the positives.
  26. Try to eat healthier.
  27. Take a warm bubble bath.
  28. Shower and put on comfy clothes. Then, relax all day.
  29. Wash all your bedding and curtains.
  30. Speak to a professional. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.

Have a fantastic September! Take care of yourself!