5 Self-Care Tips for “ME” Time

As far back as I can remember, I always had something going on. Between school and sports, religious school and youth group, to volunteering and part-time gigs, I was always running from one thing to the next. As an adult, I continue this trend only now it’s in the form of my corporate job, my side hustle, volunteering on a board of directors and then the typical household management and family things.

We. Are. Busy. Busy taking care of other humans. Busy managing one activity to the next. Busy making sure everyone else is taken care of. But for some reason, we always seem to lose sight of ourselves in the process.

Why is that?

I am going to share 5 tips for self-care that will help you find a little bit of time to focus on YOU. Besides, if you aren’t the best version of yourself, how can you be the best daughter/sister/wife/mom/coworker/friend for someone else?

1. Create a daily routine. You know that calendar/planner/post-it notepad you use to jot stuff down? Schedule 5-15 mins and block some “ME” time. Finding a few minutes to meditate, write in your journal or frankly just sit in the quiet will do wonders for your well-being.

2. FaceTime with your bestie. Or a family member. Find a way to connect with loved ones for a few minutes each week. Sharing the good, the bad and the ugly with your person can help with your sanity.

3. Shop Online. Whether it’s a gift for yourself or for that upcoming holiday, do some online shopping. I love the ease of being able to shop wherever I am. My favorite stores and brands right at my fingertips helps me save time and money.

4. Read something everyday that sparks a little joy and inspiration. Whether it’s a quote or your daily horoscope, take a few moments to find motivation or humor in each day.

5. Bake some yummy treats. Cook your specialty dish. If you are already in the kitchen, find a way to have fun with food and then please share your recipe with me.