No matter what’s going on in your life, you deserve to focus on your self-care. It’s important to bring self-care into your life every day, even in small and quick ways. But occasionally giving yourself a full day to focus on your self-care can be so helpful for your mental health, wellness, and quality of life.
It’s often essential to have a day to yourself; a day for you to take a break, with no distractions or commitments, so you can enjoy yourself and destress. We all need these self-care days to relax, recharge, and reset. Having a self-care day every now and then will help you approach the responsibilities and realities of daily life with a refreshed mind and rejuvenated soul.
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Taking a self-care day allows you to slow things down and indulge in self-care practices that you wouldn’t normally have time for on a daily basis. If you’re looking for some fresh ideas for a self-care day, try out these 15 ideas on your next relaxing self-care day!
1. Explore somewhere new.
Ignite your sense of adventure and wonder by exploring a new place for the day. This is a great way to take a break from your normal daily routine and nourish your soul.
2. Take a long bath.
It’s cliché, but it’s true: taking a bath is a great way to practice self-care. You might not always have time for a long bath, so bring this practice into your self-care day and soak it all in.
3. Catch up on Netflix.
This isn’t the most intellectually stimulating thing you can do on your self-care day, but catching up on shows or movies you’ve wanted to watch is a great way to take a break and relax.
4. Take yourself out on a date.
Who said you need a partner to go on a date? A self-care day is a great excuse to treat yourself and indulge in all the benefits of a really fun date.
5. Go for a long walk.
Spend time outdoors and just wander. This is a great way to relax while also bringing some exercise into your self-care day.
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6. Cook your favourite meal.
Cooking for yourself, just for the fun of it, can be so rewarding. Whip up your favourite meal and savour it all to yourself!
7. Declutter your space.
This might seem like a chore, but with some mindset shifts, decluttering can be a great addition to your self-care day. Tidying up the spaces you use the most, like your bedroom, might just help you declutter your mind as well.
8. Read, read, and read some more.
If you’re like me, you always have a stack of books that you say you’ll get around to reading but never seem to find the time to. During your self-care day, take advantage of your free time and catch up on your reading list.
9. Try a new activity.
Maybe you found a cool DIY project you want to try, or there’s a class you’ve wanted to attend for a while, or you came across an enticing recipe you’ve been wanting to make. Use your self-care day to escape the mundane of daily life and try out some new activities.
10. Have a spa day.
Whether you do it at home or treat yourself at an actual spa, pamper yourself on your self-care day. It’s a great way to relax your body and rejuvenate your mind.
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11. Sleep in.
When you have a lot of responsibilities, sleeping in seems to become a luxury. On your self-care day, get some extra shut-eye and don’t get out of bed until you’re fully ready to wake up.
12. Disconnect from technology.
During your self-care day, take a break from your phone and social media, even if just for a few hours. Disconnecting for a little while will allow you to really focus on engaging with your self-care.
13. Go see a movie by yourself.
Going to the movies is probably something you usually do with other people, but going by yourself can actually be pretty fun. If there’s a movie you’ve wanted to watch but can’t seem to find anyone who also wants to see it, head to the theatre on your self-care day and enjoy it all by yourself.
14. Plan a trip or getaway.
Whether it’s a solo trip or a getaway with people you love, planning a trip will give yourself something to look forward to, which makes it a great activity to do on your self-care day.
15. Journal.
On your self-care day, write out whatever comes to your mind and heart. Release your thoughts and emotions, reflect on your life, and set some goals for the future. Journaling is always an effective way to connect with yourself, and can be a really relaxing self-care practice.
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These are just some of the practices and activities you can bring into your self-care day. Having a self-care day is all about doing whatever is the most relaxing, joyful, and rejuvenating for you so you can greet the rest of your days with a clear, fresh mindset. Decide what you want to include in your day, and try to have self-care days more often! When you do, your mental health, wellness, and overall view of life will greatly improve.
What activities are part of your perfect relaxing self-care day? Let me know in the comments below!
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