Little Ways to Participate in Self-Care
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Little Ways to Participate in Self-Care

Ways to de-stress and care for yourself, complete with links for things to buy!

Jenna Lynn Manzelli
Nov 07, 2017
Truman State University
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Little Ways to Participate in Self-Care
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Self- care is extremely important, especially when you feel overwhelmed by work or school. There are hundreds of ways to relax, but here are a few that I love (complete with stuff to buy, too):

Relax and drink some hot tea or cocoa

I recommend choosing a caffeine free, green variety if you go for tea. Grab your hot drink and do nothing but sip and chill out- no multi tasking!

Purchasable Recommendation : Yogi Stress Relief tea, with honey and lavender, for $3.13 on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Yogi-Lavender-Stress-Relief...

Wear your favorite pajamas or comfy clothes

If you want to relax, you gotta wear comfy clothes! It's hard to relax when you're uncomfortable. Bonus points if you wear slippers!

Purchasable Recommendation: Hanes Women's Cinched Leg Fleece Sweatpant from Walmart for around $6-12 https://www.walmart.com/ip/Hanes-Women-s-Cinched-L...

Journal

Grab a cute notebook or leather-bound journal and write down whatever you want. You could even sketch, as long as it makes you feel happy! You could talk about your day, write down what you're thankful for, draw something that makes you feel cozy; the possibilities are endless!

Purchasable Recommendation: Marble Journal with Gold Foil from DesignWorks Ink from Target for $6.99 https://www.target.com/p/marble-journal-with-gold-...

Put On a Face Mask

Put on a relaxing face mask, wait for a while, and rinse it off. Use a cheap one from Walmart or Target, or get something more luxurious from Sephora or Lush.

Purchasable Recommendation: Fresh Cupcake Face Mask from Lush for $9.95 http://www.lushusa.com/face/masks/cupcake/06095.ht...

Send a Letter to a Friend or Family Member


Especially if you're in college, sending letters to friends that live far away can make you feel really good, plus your friends will love hearing from you. If you wanna spend a bit more, send a small gift or care package.

Purchasable Recommendation: HUELE stationary set with 32 papers and 16 envelopes, from Amazon for $7.79 https://www.amazon.com/HUELE-Special-Writing-Stati...

Give Yourself a Home Manicure or Pedicure

Even if you don't paint your nails, caring for your nails is really important and can be really satisfying. Start by washing your hands, trim and file your nails, then paint your nails in a fun color or find a cool DIY design to do! Take your time and do your best!

Purchasable Recommendation: Wet 'n' Wild Shine Nail Color in Be More Pacific, $0.79 at Walgreens https://www.walgreens.com/store/c/wet-n-wild-wild-...

Treat Yourself to a Yummy Meal


Make your favorite recipe or go to your favorite restaurant. It doesn't have to be a fancy meal, just choose something you really love! You've earned it!

Burn Your Favorite Candle

Grab your favorite scented candle, burn it, and enjoy the smell. Simple as that!

Purchasable Recommendation: Quidditch Candle from Etsy shop, Geek Nest for $9 https://www.etsy.com/listing/209518174/quidditch-h...

Do Some Yoga

Purchasable Recommendation: Sprive 6mm Yoga Mat for $18.99 on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072C2TT9B/ref=o...

Go Hiking Outside


Go outside on a nice day and enjoy nature at a park or scenic area near you. As a bonus, take some macro pictures of things that look pretty or interesting!

Purchasable Recommendation: 16 oz Pink Nalgene Water Bottle from Amazon for $8 https://pixabay.com/en/people-girls-women-coffee-d...


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