EMOTIONAL SELF-CARE
Activities that help you connect, process, and reflect on a full range of emotions.
- Seeing a therapist
- Writing in a journal
- Creating art
- Playing music
- Singing
- Gardening
PRACTICAL SELF-CARE
Tasks you complete that fulfill core aspects of your life in order to prevent future stressful situations.
- Creating a budget
- Taking professional development classes
- Organizing your closet
- Meal prepping
- Healthy snacking
PHYSICAL SELF-CARE
Activities you do that improve the well-being of your physical health.
- Taking a walk during lunch breaks
- Sleeping eight hours a day
- Staying hydrated
- Limiting screen time
- Showering
- Taking naps
- Taking time outs
MENTAL SELF-CARE
Any activity that stimulates your mind or intellect.
- Reading a book
- Solving a puzzle
- Playing chess
- Going to a museum
- Free write
- Draw/paint
SOCIAL SELF-CARE
Activities that nurtures and deepens the relationships with other people in your life.
- Brunch with friends
- Going on a date
- Making time to call your family regurlarly
- Write a letter
- Meet someone for coffee
SPIRITUAL SELF-CARE
Activities that nurture your spirit and allow you to think bigger than yourself. Spiritual self-care does not have to be religious, although for some it is.
- Mediation
- Yoga
- Going to place to worship
- Be in nature
- Dedicate time for self-reflection
- Practice affirmations