These self care ideas will help when you’re feeling stressed and need a mental health break. These activities work for women, teens and really anyone who needs a moment of self care.
35 Self Care Ideas
Exercise
Do Yoga
Meditate
Watch a funny movie or YouTube videos
Read and write positive affirmations for yourself
Take a nap
Drink herbal tea
Go outside for a walk
Clean
Take a hot bath or shower
Read a book
Call a friend
Make a list of things you’re grateful for
Cook a healthy meal
Give yourself a manicure or pedicure
Try a face mask
Practice positive self talk
Write a letter or email to a loved one
Volunteer
Spend time with family
Visit a library
Visit a museum
Declutter your place
Read inspirational quotes
Light a candle or diffuse essential oils
Color or draw
Create a vision board
Use the Calm app
Dance
Get outside for yard work or just sit on your porch/deck for fresh air
Go for a bike ride
Visit a park
Turn off your phone
Donate old clothes
Do a random act of kindness
Casey is the founder of Casey La Vie & has been running this travel and lifestyle blog since 2016. She’s on a mission to balance her career as a social media manager with exploring her home of New York City and seeing more of the world.