In line with this month's WRFF rota and in preparation for my video spot today I went through some resource folders and came across a HUGE list of self nurturing ideas I thought I would share here. No matter who you are, what you do and what's going on in your life, we all need to make and take some time to care for ourselves whether thats a quiet ten minute soak in the bath or a day out with people we love. Get inspired and take some time to do something for YOU - you're worth the effort and you deserve that time.
Listen to your favourite music
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Take a long, warm bubble bath
Go for a walk (FREE)
Hug a loved one - human or animal (FREE)
Relax outdoors enjoying the world around you (FREE)
Practice contentment and grattitude considering all the positives in your life (FREE)
Physical Activity (I recommend Zumba!) (Can be FREE)
Spiritual meditation, time and/or prayer (FREE)
Attend a support group, or join a class which is in someway nurturing (Can be FREE)
Pracice Diaphragmatic Breathing (FREE) (Search online for breathing exercises and find one that works for you).
Practice Mindfulness (FREE) (Check out resources on this blog or search online for more details and exercises).
Take time to relax, stretch and release the tension from your body (FREE)
Reflect on your positive qualities (FREE)
Watch the sunrise/sunset (FREE)
Watch the ocean (FREE)
Laugh (Can be FREE) - You tube is an excellent free source of funny - especially for animal antics!
Use visualisation techniques (FREE) - Relax and focus on a scene that calms you mountains, oceans, a dream place, a safe space and/or use guided visualisations (again Youtube for fab freebies)
Get creative - draw, paint, write, collage, scrapbook, photograph - its not about quality or getting it right its about expression and self care
Attend a concert, see a film, visit a circus, see a play, attend a sports game
Do something you never did before
Read a favourite book or treat yourself to a new one
Sing, hum, dance or whistle a song that makes you happy
Play a musical instrument
Do some gardening
Learn a new skill
Ride a bike
Walk the dogs (FREE)
Put effort into a meal you wouldn't normally make or bake
Go swimming
Walk barefoot on the beach (FREE)
Visit a special place you enjoy
Take time to smell the roses (connect and enjoy the world around you) (FREE)
Let yourself day dream a while (FREE)
Go horseback riding
Reflect on your memories - look through old photo albums and memory boxes (FREE)
Visit a museum or gallery
Treat yourself to a catnap (FREE)
Practice yoga - again youtube! (FREE)
Play at seeing the shapes in clouds (FREE)
Star gaze (FREE)
Go sailing
Treat yourself to an affordable gift just because!
Practice positive affirmations (FREE)
Watch a favourite film or TV show
Make a bouquet of flowers
Make something - jewellery, cards, decorate cups, plant pots etc.
Visit park or woods (FREE)
Read positive motivational literature
Catch up with a friend (FREE)
Go on a picnic
Enjoy a cup of tea or coffer (don't just drink it - mindfully enjoy it!)
Play a favourite sport or game
Practice a relaxation exercise (FREE)
Practice the art of forgiveness (FREE)
Explore a new place
Hug a tree - why not! (maybe not in public though!) (FREE)
Create my own list of self nurturing activities!!! (FREE)
Listen to your favourite music
.
Take a long, warm bubble bath
Go for a walk (FREE)
Hug a loved one - human or animal (FREE)
Relax outdoors enjoying the world around you (FREE)
Practice contentment and grattitude considering all the positives in your life (FREE)
Physical Activity (I recommend Zumba!) (Can be FREE)
Spiritual meditation, time and/or prayer (FREE)
Attend a support group, or join a class which is in someway nurturing (Can be FREE)
Pracice Diaphragmatic Breathing (FREE) (Search online for breathing exercises and find one that works for you).
Practice Mindfulness (FREE) (Check out resources on this blog or search online for more details and exercises).
Take time to relax, stretch and release the tension from your body (FREE)
Reflect on your positive qualities (FREE)
Watch the sunrise/sunset (FREE)
Watch the ocean (FREE)
Laugh (Can be FREE) - You tube is an excellent free source of funny - especially for animal antics!
Use visualisation techniques (FREE) - Relax and focus on a scene that calms you mountains, oceans, a dream place, a safe space and/or use guided visualisations (again Youtube for fab freebies)
Get creative - draw, paint, write, collage, scrapbook, photograph - its not about quality or getting it right its about expression and self care
Attend a concert, see a film, visit a circus, see a play, attend a sports game
Do something you never did before
Read a favourite book or treat yourself to a new one
Sing, hum, dance or whistle a song that makes you happy
Play a musical instrument
Do some gardening
Learn a new skill
Ride a bike
Walk the dogs (FREE)
Put effort into a meal you wouldn't normally make or bake
Go swimming
Walk barefoot on the beach (FREE)
Visit a special place you enjoy
Take time to smell the roses (connect and enjoy the world around you) (FREE)
Let yourself day dream a while (FREE)
Go horseback riding
Reflect on your memories - look through old photo albums and memory boxes (FREE)
Visit a museum or gallery
Treat yourself to a catnap (FREE)
Practice yoga - again youtube! (FREE)
Play at seeing the shapes in clouds (FREE)
Star gaze (FREE)
Go sailing
Treat yourself to an affordable gift just because!
Practice positive affirmations (FREE)
Watch a favourite film or TV show
Make a bouquet of flowers
Make something - jewellery, cards, decorate cups, plant pots etc.
Visit park or woods (FREE)
Read positive motivational literature
Catch up with a friend (FREE)
Go on a picnic
Enjoy a cup of tea or coffer (don't just drink it - mindfully enjoy it!)
Play a favourite sport or game
Practice a relaxation exercise (FREE)
Practice the art of forgiveness (FREE)
Explore a new place
Hug a tree - why not! (maybe not in public though!) (FREE)
Create my own list of self nurturing activities!!! (FREE)
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