For the next 30 days, pick one or more, maybe all from the following list, and do it/them daily. If you created a different self-care action to use let me know in the comments. It’s all about doing something special that’s just for you.
Tell me how it is going, and any struggles you have. And definitely let me know when you’ve finished. How does it feel? What’s changed? Are you calmer? Are you able to be more present for other things?
- Take a 10-minute mindful walk
- Write down 3 things you are grateful for
- Cook a healthy meal for yourself
- Spend 20 minutes meditating
- Write a letter to your future self
- Practice deep breathing for 10 minutes
- Call or meet a friend for a heart-to-heart talk
- Take a break from your mobile phone for the entire day
- Try a new yoga pose
- Take a long, relaxing bath
- Visit a park or nature preserve
- Listen to your favorite music
- Spend time with a pet
- Do a random act of kindness
- Say “No” to a commitment you’re not excited about
- Write about a happy memory
- Try a new hobby or revisit an old one
- Watch your favorite movie
- Go to bed half an hour earlier
- Do something spontaneous
- Buy yourself a small gift
- Read a chapter of a book
- Try a new tea or coffee flavor
- Spend time in the sun
- Write down 3 things you love about yourself
- Practice mindfulness while doing a daily task
- Take the day off chores and errands
- Practice self-massage
- Do something creative
- Reflect on the progress you’ve made this month
Much love,
~Lisa Renee