The perfect day to be discussing self care. If you saw my post about body confidence the other day you will know I am a big believer in caring and loving for yourself. There is so much more to self care though than just thinking "You know what I am pretty cool" or learning to love your body it all starts on the inside. The most important thing is making time for you.
I imagine by now you are already making excuse...but the kids,,,but I have university work...but I am just so busy. Now just stop for a minute and really think about the last time you did something for you. Not the kids and not your mates. What was it?
Making time for yourself isn't selfish and it doesn't mean you need to suddenly start going our to crazy things all on your own. There are lots of little simple things you can do that can all add up to be just as effective in the long run. Here are a few ideas.
- Take 10 minutes from the chaos and have a glass of wine or a cup of tea
- Take a candlelit bubble bath
- Go for a walk or do some yoga
- Watch a film that makes you laugh
- Read a book
- Do something you love be it playing an instrument or making something fun
- Try something new
- Make sure you are getting enough sleep and enough to eat
- Make a list of all the things that are amazing about yourself
- Read some blogs and discover new amazing things.
I have also joined some great sites that can help remind you to think of you. I love Daily challenge and most recently I signed up to The Hummingbird Life self care reminders where she sends out tasks and goals you can set to become a self care warrior. I actually found this awesome blog through Blog every day in may!
I will leave you with some wise words...
Do you have any tips on fun self care activities?
I love this post - I am always forgetting to make time for myself as there is always something else that needs doing.
ReplyDeleteYou really should even if it is 5 mins the washing up can wait x
DeleteI love having me time. It's usually on fridays when I exercise, take a shower, put on a face mask. I love it =)
ReplyDeleteI love a good face mask! X
DeleteI think its so important to have me time. especially when you are a mummy. it can be quite hard but you have to make it happen #ukbloggers popping over from Mummy2Monkeys x
ReplyDeleteI totally agree even if it is just having an extra long bath x
DeleteI love reading this and my biggest self care tip is to travel. If you have the chance, travel!! It's so rejuvenating exploring and searching for new things and places.It's like an instant injection of vitamins straight into your system. And by having travels booked, you always have something to look forward to. I spend most of my money on travels (and fashion), and I'm happy I have a husband that shares my passion. xxx
ReplyDeleteThat is such a good idea! I really need to save up to travel more I really miss it x
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