20 Self-Care Ideas

Sometimes, when life gets tough and our emotions run a little high, we feel helpless and want to call it quits. I get it. Anxiety can be a definite mood killer. But the fact of the matter is, life is tough. Life requires a lot of hard work, and sometimes we’re stuck with the illusion that it’s supposed to be a breeze and we panic when it’s not picture-perfect.

We all have these moments that seem to overwhelm us and crash down hard, and it seems like we’re never going to succeed. Anxiety is our worst enemies.

Just remember though, you are the only person you have, and you need to care for yourself.

Self-care is necessary, and a majority of the time we forget about it. From college students, to mothers, to teachers, to doctors, to fathers, to high school students, and everyone else in-between, self-care will give you the little extra boost of confidence and peace that you need to get you through the week.

Self-care is absolutely critical for our success and survival in this hectic world, and we need to learn to put ourselves first at times. College has definitely taught me how to be better at this since I’m becoming more independent away from home and my family, my number one support-system that keeps me going.

So, I wrote down my top 20 Self-Care Ideas that help me to cope through stressful times away at school. I hope these help! Feel free to comment some of your best self-care habits as well!

1. Eat a piece (or five) of chocolate.
2. Take a long nap.
3. Listen to music.
4. Go on a long run or walk.
5. Take a hot shower.
6. Enjoy a bowl of soup.
7. Write down all of things that you are thankful for in a gratitude list.
8. Write, read, draw, paint or journal.
9. Netflix. Cuddle up to a sappy or funny movie. Whichever you prefer!
10. A nice large iced coffee from Dunkin Donuts.
11. Eating your favorite comfort food, without guilt.
12. Pick up the phone and call someone you feel comfortable talking to
13. A glass (or two) of wine!
14. Retail therapy with friends! Pamper yourself once in a while.
15. A hot shower or bath.
16. Go to the gym!
17. Go on a long drive to nowhere and blast music.
18. Just say “no.” No to going out, no to pleasing everyone, no to anything that makes you feel uncomfortable.
19. A hug from family or a friend, and maybe even a good cry.
20. Cooking or baking. Nothing better than warm chocolate chip cookies!