AD. Taking good care of yourself is the key to your mental and physical well being. Most of us can tell when we need to make a few healthy changes. Sometimes, self-care is about trying something new, even if it’s only a simple activity. If you’re looking to refresh your self care regime today, get on board with the following ideas.

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Ways to Refresh Your Self Care Regime

1 . Try Writing a Diary 

Self care is about putting your health first as a whole, from the foods you eat to your mental health. Writing a diary is a fantastic practice to improve your well-being and enrich your lifestyle. You can use a diary as a place to reflect, or a space to admit difficult emotions. A diary can be a place to store beautiful memories, or express gratitude. You might use your diary to set future goals or practice creative writing. To help you get started, there are plenty of diary and journal prompts online.

2. Look for Inspiration

Self care can come in many different creative forms, and there are lots of places you can look for inspiration. From self development books to mental health apps and podcasts. To start getting inspired today, try these:

Selfie

In this podcast, Kristen Howeton and Roo Powell talk about all things self care. From sleep to mental health and personality traits, these women navigate self care in a humorous and accessible way.

The Ultimate Journey Of Self-Care

Another great self care podcast, here you’ll learn about every aspect of self care from fitness and health to spirituality. If you need some new ideas and are wondering if you’re ‘doing it right’, this is the podcast for you.

3. Update Your Skincare Routine

Updating your skincare routine is a great way to give your self-care a boost. Consider treating yourself to a few new skincare products, or making your own. If you’re wondering how to deal with skin redness, consider using these natural ingredients:

Honey

Try making a honey face mask, when applied to the skin honey works as an anti-inflammatory which helps to reduce redness. Honey contains lots of antioxidants, which can help to keep the skin looking young and radiant.

Aloe Vera

To get healthier and clearer skin aloe vera is the perfect ingredient. It can reduce redness and soothe dry skin. Aloe vera supports hyaluronic acid production, helping to protect your skin from free radicals.

4. A new Relaxation Practice

Looking after yourself is about learning how to relax. Consider improving your self-care routine with a new relaxation practice. There are plenty of activities you can use to relax, whether it’s gardening, meditation, or aromatherapy. Try a few new things, and identify how your body and mind respond.

5. Step Out of Your Fitness Comfort Zone

You’ve probably already got some kind of fitness routine, but when was the last time you tried something new? From climbing to canoeing or Ballet Barre, there are lots of interesting fitness activities out there. When you’re bored of your normal workout, it’s useful to try something brand new.

6. Prioritise Mental Self Care

Prioritising mental self care is crucial for so many of us in our busy day to day lives. Embrace simple lifestyle changes to get a step ahead with healing your mind and improving your mental well being. Meditation and deep breathing give you a good start. CBD is therapeutic when it comes to treating anxiety and insomnia. You can try Organic Relief products to ramp up your daily self care routine. Since CBD is non-psychoactive, safe, and effective, you can trust it to heal without getting you high.

With the right adjustments, you’ll improve your overall health, and notice a big change in your well being. Practicing self love is about taking the best care of yourself, and putting your needs first.

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17 comments

  • commonunicorn.com says:

    Love these tips so much! I've just recently learned all the amazing benefits of journaling (writing a diary), and it is a greatly underestimated self care practice.

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    • clairemac says:

      I love the idea of journaling, I wish it was something I could get into but I've struggled to make it a habit. X

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  • Caroline says:

    Love these ideas 🙂 I tend to listen to podcasts that make me laugh but I'll check the ones out that you mentioned x

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    • clairemac says:

      Same. I love shagged, married, annoyed. One of my faves! X

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  • Corinne says:

    I love these ideas! It's so hard for me to do anything of this atm but hopefully when Leo gets older it will get easier to get some time out!

    Corinne x

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    • clairemac says:

      That's it isn't it. It can be such a battle. X

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  • Ellie Wright says:

    ooh I love to take some time out for a bit of self care, although it can get quite repetitive and I end up not benefiting from it as much as I used to. Some great tips on refreshing your routine - I'll definitely try some of these out! 🙂

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    • clairemac says:

      I know what you mean actually! I think stepping out of your comfort zone and doing something different could be a great way to start. X

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  • Jenny in Neverland says:

    Some fab tips here. I think stepping out of your comfort zone in general can be a great way to refresh things in your life! Trying something for self care you didn't originally think would work but you might be surprised!

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    • clairemac says:

      Yeah, absolutely! I totally agree. X

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  • Alice Spake says:

    These are such a fab collection of ideas - self care is so much more than face masks! x

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    • clairemac says:

      Isn't it just! Much more mental than physical. X

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  • Stacey says:

    Awh I love this post. I love to use journaling, reading and gardening as my main ways to practice self care. I like the sound of your podcast suggestions though, definitely going to give those a try.

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  • Eleftheria Barbagianni says:

    Hi Claire,

    the best advice at that time of the year! Yes, self love plus those tips have to be our routine.

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  • Yumcha Mama says:

    As a busy Mum, self-care is not always a high priority but it should be. Thanks for the great tips and food for thought!

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  • Jordanne || Ofaglasgowgirl says:

    Fabulous tips here Claire! I love writing a diary, it's great for getting those thoughts out of my head that bring me down. Also really enjoy stepping outside my fitness comfort zone, I've been trying to run more and I'm enjoying it a lot more than I initially thought.

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  • Lucy says:

    I love these different ways of refreshing your self care routine, I like to switch things up once in a while with my exercise workouts to keep things fresh, that's part of my self care! x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

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