We often put everyone and everything above ourselves. It's easy to get caught up in busyness and the never ending list of to-do items. If we don't put ourselves at the top of the list and take care of ourselves, no one else will receive the care they really need.
This does not mean you have to go to the spa for self care. It could be 30 minutes to read or watch your favorite TV show. It might be taking a bath or working out. You might want to wake up early and take time to spend with God on your devotionals. Self care will look different for everyone but one thing is for sure--it is a must for becoming your best self!
Self Care
time to spend time on you!
This seems like a basic thing but it's amazing how many of us let ourselves go. We stop caring about how we look. Especially if we are staying at home working or caring for our families. You still need to shower, and still need to get dressed and do some basic maintenance. It doesn't have to be a lot or take a bunch of money, energy, and time. Best of all, once you master the basics of self care, it will become like clockwork and something you just do and feel great doing so. Here are some great things to do that take minimal effort.
Take Care of Yourself
Here are some ways to be better to yourself.
Tim Gunn, one of the most reputable voices in the fashion industry, has a list of ten essential items every woman must have in her wardrobe. They are:
👉🏻 a basic black dress
👉🏻 a trench coat
👉🏻 classic dress pants
👉🏻 a skirt
👉🏻 a blazer
👉🏻 a classic white shirt
👉🏻 a day dress
👉🏻 a cashmere sweater
👉🏻 jeans
👉🏻 a sweatsuit alternative
Scroll these images to see some of our favorites for each of these items.
Have some basic wardrobe items
Here are some ways to be better to yourself.
It's hard to feel great about yourself if your body doesn't feel great. Exercising is key but there are also several things you can do to care for the body you've been given. You can do the majority of these things in your own home without spending a fortune. Here are some good places to start:
How to care for your beauty
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11 Beauty Ideas to Practice Self-Care at Home
When was the last time you got an annual physical? If not within the last year then it's time to do so. Not necessarily so they can find out if you have any issues, but so they can benchmark where you are compared to where you should be. Your physician can help guide you on any changes you need to make and can recommend the things you need to be doing depending on your age. And as you get older you need to pay even more attention to what your body is telling you (are you in pain, are you always tired, are you really moody?).
Check On Your Health
Here are some ways to be better to yourself.