⠀ ⠀ ⠀┊ 30-day at-home self-care

• 01. eat clean
• eating clean is a great way to detox our bodies. dedicate today to only whole food. leave out anything processed or with added sugar from your meals.
  • 02. call/text an old friend
• reconnect with a childhood friend. if reaching out to those you haven’t talked to in years, share an old photo and tag them. it can be a non-awkward way to start a new conversation.
  • 03. read a book
• or if it’s too much to do in one day, pick one chapter from your tbr. we may not be able to socialize as usual at home, but it doesn’t stop us from connecting with the great minds. and reading is the perfect way to do that.
  • 04. stay hydrated
• water takes up more than 65% of the human body. it’s the best antidote for gut health, clear skin and a better mood.
• track your water intake today, make sure that you have 8 glasses of water and see how you feel.
  • 05. dance
• wake your body up with music. you don’t need to go to classes to learn dancing. go to youtube and you’ll tons of amazing dancing tutorials to get you moving.
  • 06. compliment someone
• leave a positive comment on social media. text your loved ones and let them know you care. or compliment your bff’s at-home workout outfit. spread joy!
  • 07. make a goal list
• sometimes self-care is doing what’s best for you in the long run, which includes planning for your life.
• take a piece of paper and list your top 3 goals in the 4 aspects. you are 42% more likely to achieve your goals when you write them down on paper.
  • 08. cleaning
• keep your home clean and tidy, so you’ll have a more organized environment.
• start by decluttering. you can also donate things you no longer want and help those in need.
  • 09. smash like
• leave a like on social media for a friend, a coworker, or a stranger. it cost almost nothing to express appreciation, and we can all use some love these days.
  • 10. take a warm bath
• warm baths help to relieve the pain, distress and speed up recovery. you can also add scented bath salt to the water and enjoy an at-home spa.
  • 11. make a new friend
• search for your hobby on facebook, reddit or other social media for like-minded people. or head on to apps like bumble bff to meet someone new.
  • 12. sleep early
• go to bed 30 minutes earlier than usual. set the alarm. before going to bed tonight, set the alarm for tomorrow. get your outfits ready, so you’ll have a stress-free morning the next day.
• don’t forget to put away your phone before sleep. keeping the blue light away contributes to better sleep quality.
  • 13. catch up with a family/friend
• encourage, lift and strengthen one another. for the positive energy spread to one will be felt by us all. – deborah day
  • 14. learn a new skill
• learning keeps your mind engaged and boosts your ability to focus. drawing, stitching, sewing, you can find tutorials for almost anything on youtube.
  • 15. do yoga
• “you cannot always control what goes on outside. but you can always control what goes on inside.”
  • 16. list 3 things you’ve done well
• what have you achieved lately? maybe you have stick to clean-eating or have rearranged your room. small victories matter.
  • 17. no-jumping cardio
• keep your heart rate up at home. enjoy the adrenaline rush after a good sweat.
• i’ve created a list of no-jumping cardio workouts on youtube to get you started and sweating. enjoy.
  • 18. take a nap
• refresh and recharge with a 20-minute nap.
  • 19. facetime with a bff
• if you can’t go out and meet up in person, invite your bff for a virtual date. you can cook and eat together via facetime, just like you used to.
  • 20. list 3 things you are grateful for
• “thankful people are healthy and happy people.”
• we are used to having all the basics: food, water, a roof over our heads. but these essentials may be precious for someone else. take nothing for granted. be grateful for everything.
  • 21. full-body stretch
  • 22. meditate
• give your mind a much-needed break. if you are a beginner, 10 minutes is a good start.
  • 23. gift-giving
• make a birthday gift list for friends and family. maybe you can’t show up in person for each of them. but you can always send a heartfelt gift to show love and support.
• if you are in a long-distance relationship or friendship, a care package will always make them feel less lonely.
  • 24. practice breathing
• go to the balcony or find a place near the window. inhale and exhale deeply while bringing your focus back to your body.
• deep breaths calm our mind down and natural sunlight lifts our mood. when we are staying in all day, it’s easy to be light-deprived. so treat yourself as much as you need to this easy at-home self-care idea.
  • 25. say thank-you
• a “thank-you” is the best virtual hug.
  • 26. self-interview
• are you ok? are you really ok?
• do a quick self-check-in to understand yourself better. here is a list of self-awareness questions that may come in handy.
  • 27. give yourself a gentle massage
  • 28. diy
• embrace the can-do attitude and start crafting. let your creativity run wild and enjoy the fun process.
  • 29. plan your week
• what are the top priorities of the week? how are you taking care of yourself and your family? plan ahead!
  • 30. light-weight training