30 Self-Care Ideas

I think there is a slight misconception that self-care needs to cost a lot of money or take a lot of time. While it easily could do both of those things if you’d like it to, it is more about intentionally making an effort to show yourself a little extra love.

Self-care can look different to different people, and that is okay. Mine and Julian’s self-care routines tend to be different. I like painting my nails or reading a good book and he enjoys sitting outside on our patio or cleaning. Even though we might not do those exact things every day, we do try to make sure to prioritize some time each day for ourselves, even if it is only 5 or 15 minutes.

Here is a list of activities that don’t necessarily cost a lot and can easily be incorporated into a day to make sure you have a few moments for yourself.

1.     Take a walk

2.     List 5 things you are grateful for

3.     Make a cup of tea

4.     Write in a journal

5.     Read a book

6.     Watch your favorite movie or tv show

7.     Take a nap

8.     Organize a room or space in your home

9.     Meditate

10.  Take a bubble bath

11.  Call a friend

12.  Buy yourself flowers

13.  Get some fresh air

14.  Unfollow or mute people on social media

15.  Draw, color or paint

16.  Move your body

17.  Listen to music

18.  Do yoga or stretch

19.  Give yourself a facial or do a face mask

20.  Listen to a podcast or audiobook

21.  Drink a glass of water (or several)

22.  Tend to a garden or plant

23.  Clean your house jamming out to your favorite playlist

24.  Light a candle

25.  Paint your nails

26.  Create a vision board

27.  Do a hair mask

28.  Unplug from your phone and computer

29.  Do a DIY project

30.  Take yourself on a date

We’d love to hear from you! Let us know in the comments what self-care means to you.