We can all use a day to take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, to just take care of ourselves and for most of us, that perfect day is Sunday, which is why the term self-care Sunday was coined.
Why Self care Sunday?
Sunday usually involves preparing for the week ahead and Self care Sunday is all about making loving yourself a part of that preparation. Even science shows that intentional resting and recharging are essential to reducing stress and supporting your overall mental health. And the good news is, anyone can practice self-care, regardless of financial or time constraints. Some moms even argue that it is just as important to work out your self care muscle as it is to get your sweat on doing your favorite activity
Since most of us are working moms, the start of the week is the ideal day to take a pause, relax, recharge, and rejuvenate. As for me, ever since I have started taking a day out of the week for self-care, I am truly less anxious, less on edge, and just overall happier.
Self-care Sunday is a day that you set aside to take care of yourself. It is a day when you focus solely on yourself, your needs, and your wants. Here are twenty things you can do on your self-care day and let me just say that day doesn’t have to be Sunday.
Self Care Sunday Activities
- Sleep in: Start your day by sleeping in and allowing your body to rest. Sleep is essential for your body and mind to recharge and heal.
- Practice Yoga or Meditation: Practice yoga or meditation to help you relax and calm your mind. Yoga and meditation are great ways to reduce stress and anxiety.
- Take a Bubble Bath: Take a bubble bath or a long hot shower to help you relax and unwind. You can add essential oils or Epsom salt to the water to help soothe your muscles.
- Have a Spa Day: Give yourself a spa day. You can do a facial, a pedicure, or a manicure. Pamper yourself with a massage, a body scrub, or a hair treatment.
- Read a Book: Take some time to read a book that you have been wanting to read for a long time. Reading can be a great way to escape from reality and relax.
- Write in a Journal: Write in a journal about your thoughts and feelings. Journaling can be a great way to release your emotions and gain clarity.
- Listen to Music: Listen to your favorite music to help you relax and uplift your mood. Music can be a great way to escape from the stresses of everyday life.
- Practice Gratitude: Take some time to practice gratitude. Think about all the things that you are grateful for in your life. Practicing gratitude can help you appreciate the good things in life.
- Spend Time in Nature: Spend some time in nature. Go for a walk in the park, hike in the mountains, or sit by the beach. Nature can be a great way to relax and connect with your inner self.
- Watch funny YouTube videos.
- Sit in the grass and watch the clouds float by.
- Look at the stars.
- Take a mental health day—and feel not an ounce of guilt about it.
- Burn a candle or diffuse some oils that have scents that bring me joy.
- Sit in a coffee shop and sip on a luxurious drink.
- Do a Digital Detox: Take a break from technology. Turn off your phone, computer, and TV. A digital detox can be a great way to clear your mind and reduce stress.
- Cook a Healthy Meal: Cook yourself a healthy meal. Eating healthy can help you feel good from the inside out.
- Take a Nap: Take a nap to help you recharge and boost your energy levels.
- Practice Mindful Breathing: Practice mindful breathing to help you relax and reduce stress. Mindful breathing involves focusing on your breath and letting go of your thoughts.
- Dance: Put on some music and dance. Dancing can be a great way to release your emotions and boost your mood.
- Practice Mindfulness: Practice mindfulness to help you stay present in the moment. Mindfulness involves being aware of your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings.
- Connect with Friends: Connect with friends and spend some quality time together. Socializing can be a great way to boost your mood and reduce stress.
- Treat Yourself: Treat yourself to something you have been wanting to do for a long time. It can be a new outfit, a new book.
- Start a gratitude journal
- Declutter a spot in my house that’s been bugging me.
- Write a list of “annoying tasks” that have been weighing on me and knock them out in an hour.
- Bake a dessert I love. And then eat it.
- Go to a museum: art, childrens’, history, science—whatever brings me joy that day!
- Go to a cocktail hour at a bar—enjoy a drink!
- Have an at-home spa session—light a candle or diffuse some essential oils, put on calming music, do my skincare, drink some warm tea or an infused water.
