Taking care of yourself probably sits low on your list of things to do. Let this checklist serve as inspiration for something you could do for yourself today.
- Take a walk
- Soak in a bath
- Plan a vacation
- Make a list
- Go to an antique store
- Journal
- Water a houseplant
- Call a friend
- Identify 5 things for which you feel grateful
- Go swimming
- Eat your favorite food
- Schedule 5 minutes of alone time
- Pray
- Doodle
- Organize a drawer or closet
- Imagine your favorite place
- Say something kind
- Meditate
- Go outdoors
- Listen to someone
- Watch a movie or show
- Wear a special outfit
- Spend time with children
- Drink a special coffee or tea
- Volunteer
- Bake something
- Sing a familiar song really loudly
- Observe the bubbles while washing dishes
- Get some sun
- Listen to a podcast or the radio
- Read a book or magazine
- Practice yoga or tai chi, or stretch
- Laugh
- Tackle the top of your to-do list
- Arrange flowers
- Do something new
- Go for a drive
- Buy a gift
- Daydream
- Walk on textiles, like a rug or cold tile
- Offer to do someone a favor
- Play cards
- Write a poem or story
- Practice a craft or hobby
- Go out to dinner
- Sightsee in your town
- Take pictures
- Go on a picnic
- Take a short nap
- Dance