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Self-Care Checklist

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