Try Something New Today To Care Of Yourself
In yesterday’s blog post, we shared ways to get started with self-care. Creating habits and adding activities to your calendar will increase your chances of sticking with your new routine. Another way to keep things interesting is to ‘treat’ yourself – do something you put off because it is ‘frivolous’ or ‘unnecessary”. But giving yourself a little gift every day is a great way to add to and reinforce your self-care routine. It’s a great way to stay motivated to do things to self-care yourself.
Pamper Yourself
Taking physical care of yourself in a pampering way makes us feel good. Pampering is a go-to for many people when it comes to their self-care routine. Think of something you’ve never done before, or done infrequently, like a spa day. Or, schedule the manicure, pedicure, or massage you’ve been putting off. But self-care doesn’t have to be elaborate or expensive. A small act of indulgence can have the same effect as an extravagant one. Take a bubble bath with candles, meditate in a quiet room, take a nap, or sit in the sun with a glass of wine. Pampering yourself can be quite soothing. Double your pleasure and invite a friend along as you rejuvenate your body and spirit and strengthen the bond between you and your friend.
Celebrate Today
Most of us don’t buy ourselves presents, or even give ourselves little treats. As part of your new self-care ritual, you should change that starting now. Think of something within your budget you’ve been wanting for a while now. Then give yourself permission to buy it. Maybe it’s that snazzy pair of shoes you’ve had your eye on, or the cell phone upgrade that would make your life easier. Giving yourself one gift, no matter how small, can be a boost to your self-worth.
Enjoy the Little Things
Self-care really doesn’t have to be on a grand scale. The tiniest gestures can be the most meaningful. Indulging in small, free or low-cost treats, allows you to spoil yourself more often. What are some little things you’ve never done for yourself that you can start adding to your life today? Have you ever bought yourself flowers? Give it a try. You’ll get a boost every time you see that beautiful bouquet on your table or desk. Think of your favorite food item, the one you have on special occasions. Why not make one day a week a little more special by trying a new version of it? For example, commit yourself to tasting a new truffle each week at your favorite cholate shop. Get creative with your new self-care ritual.
Adding new experiences to your self-care routine keeps things interesting and can also help make them more meaningful. Novelty will also expand your world and enrich your life. Plus, it’s just fun!
Before You Go To The Action Steps, Check Out These Tools:
How do you pamper yourself now? List 3 ways.
List 4 new, small ways to pamper yourself.
List 2 new, big indulgences you want to add to your monthly self-care ritual.
Written by Diana Fuller
Written by Diana Fuller
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