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Simple Self-Care ideas for men and women

Remember, different activities work for different people. Pedicures may be the ultimate relaxation for your friend, but you can’t stand them. So, pick and choose according to your needs and personality.

  1. Drink a cup of herbal tea (Soothing Caramel Bedtime is delicious!)

  2. Try a few positive affirmations.

  3. Write 10 things you are grateful for.

  4. Take a detox bath (use Epsom salts and essential oils)

  5. Try a new face mask.

  6. Breathe deeply.

  7. Do yoga poses.

  8. Put on your favorite outfit

  9. Take yourself out on a date

  10. Move your body and be active

  11. Get a haircut

  12. Treat yourself to a massage

  13. Eat healthy foods

  14. Walk-in nature

  15. Buy yourself flowers

  16. Write 5 things you love about yourself

  17. Make a bucket list or vision board

  18. Declutter 10 items

  19. Read a personal growth book

  20. Go for a long walk

  21. Do something that makes you laugh

  22. Plan a getaway

  23. Stretch to relieve tension

  24. Watch your favorite show

  25. Have a night with friends

  26. Do a brain dump

  27. Go out on a date night

  28.  Do something for the first time, like try a new restaurant or skill

  29. Give yourself (or get) a manicure

  30. Call or text someone you love

  31. Light your favorite candle

  32. Listen to your favorite podcast

  33. Spend time with someone who inspires you

  34. Cook your favorite meal

  35. Plan a spa day

  36. Do a digital detox

  37. Get out in the sunshine

  38. Go to your favorite place

  39. Take some pretty photos

  40. Listen to your favorite music

  41. Hug someone

  42. Drink a full glass of water

  43. Put on nice clothes and makeup

  44. Watch a motivational Ted Talk

  45. Watch the sunrise

  46. Refresh your morning routine

  47. Change your sheets

  48. Diffuse quality essential oils

  49. Do something nice for someone

  50. Go out for a coffee

  51. Take a nap

  52. Work on a puzzle

  53. Color in an adult coloring book

  54. Do something that makes you happy

  55. Read or write poetry

  56. Donate to a cause

  57. Put up photos of loved ones in your home (or on your phone)

  58. Unfollow toxic people on social media

  59. Go a day without checking your email/messages

  60. Spread kindness to someone

  61. Listen to an audiobook

  62. Give yourself (or get) a pedicure

  63. Do something creative (paint, draw, write, etc.)

  64. Tidy up one small space (desk, drawer, etc.)

  65. Do something playful with your kids (or someone else’s kids)

  66. Re-arrange a room in your home

  67. End your shower on cold

  68. Make a self-care kit

  69. Go on a bike ride

  70. Try a foam roller for increased blood flow and self-massage

  71. Do something physical for 30 minutes to wear yourself out

  72. Bake an indulgent treat

  73. Buy something fresh at the farmer’s market

  74. Sing to your favorite song

  75. Go somewhere just to people watch

  76. Ask someone for help

  77. Watch a YouTube video about styling your hair or makeup differently

  78. Establish a comforting night routine

  79. Listen to a new podcast

  80. Make yourself a fancy cocktail or coffee

  81. Watch the clouds or stars

  82. Plan a family night

  83. Get out into nature

  84. Send a surprise card or care package to someone

  85. Get take-out for dinner

  86. Sign up to volunteer

  87. Plan or go on a lunch date (then pay for your friend)

  88. Meditate for 10 minutes

  89. Talk to someone about your challenges (friend, parent, therapist, etc.)

  90. Watch a sunset

  91. Enjoy a piece of creative art (painting, movie, theater, dance, etc.)

  92. Read a magazine

  93. Go on a picnic

  94. Learn a new card/board game

  95. Start a worry list to get things out of your head

  96. Reach for a healthy snack

  97. Plant something

  98. Sleep with a weighted blanket

  99. Book a professional photo shoot for yourself

  100. Go to the beach

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