I don’t know about you, but as a mom of three there are days (like, every day) that I need a little bit of self care. After years of devoting every bit of myself to my kids, I decided it’s time to pour a little bit of that energy back into taking care of myself – there are so many easy ways to be healthier today! While I still work part-time out of the home and also work from home, it’s a little easier to squeeze in that “me” time now that my two oldest are in elementary school and my youngest attends Pre-K four days a week.

Anyway, here are a few of my favorite self care ideas to try when I feel the urge to do something (not too extravagant) for myself so I can feel my best. Hope this helps you!

30 self care ideas

1. Go to sleep earlier so you feel refreshed the next morning
2. Stretch or do yoga
3. Walk on the treadmill because exercise is always good
4. Allow yourself to sit down and read a book
5. Take a warm bath with some bath salts or bubbles
6. Deep condition your hair
7. Paint your nails – a little DIY mani or pedi is always a good way to make you feel better
8. Do a foot mask so you can say goodbye to dead skin
9. Exfoliate your skin
10. Drink a lot of water – you can add some sliced cucumber or lemon to make it more fun
11. Put the phone away so you can focus on things other than social media
12. Burn a candle
13. Get a massage
14. Invite a friend to dinner so you can enjoy some company
15. Write down a list of the things you’re thankful for, big or small
16. Call your mom, sister, aunt, grandma or daughter
17. Do something kind for someone else, even if it’s as small as giving a compliment or holding the door for someone
18. Take a walk and get some fresh air
19. Play with your pet (if you have one)
20. Say no to things that don’t serve your best interests
21. Stretch
22. Laugh
23. Listen to your favorite music
24. Learn something new, like knitting or tennis
25. Journal whatever is on your heart
26. Take a guilt-free nap
27. Eat some fruit or a tasty salad or try this low-calorie oatmeal banana muffin recipe
28. Watch a good movie
29. Experience something new
30. Donate to a cause or charity that is dear to your heart

This list of 30 self care ideas and activities can help you ease stress, feel better about yourself, improve your mindset and better your health. Add these simple self care habits to your routine, even of your busiest days, so you can love yourself more. Remember that old saying that you can’t pour from an empty cup – and how true that saying is.

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