Self-care tips to try this weekend
GIF! Yes, you’ve had another successful week! Well done! The question is how you want to spend this weekend. Whether you’re heading out into the city or spending some quiet time at home, we wanted to share some ideas on finding time for self-care! So read on for some tips on how to unwind this weekend.
Make a list
The easiest way to do this is to list all the things you love about your friends or family. But do you find it a little hard to list the things you love about yourself? Writing down a list of things you love about yourself will not only boost your confidence, but it will also give you time to slow down and really think about yourself. We spend the week rushing around everywhere, school trips, sprinting to catch the train, beating traffic to get home, getting dinner ready in time for family dinner – you know, we live in a rush. Simply writing a list will hit the big pause button, even if it’s just for a short while. You’ll collect your thoughts and reset your mindset, enjoying the rest of the weekend, ready to dive back into the busy week!
Go to your favorite coffee shop alone
Yes, that’s right, alone. For some people, the idea of sitting alone in a cafe might be their living hell, don’t worry, I felt the same way not too long ago. I think you should give it a try because you might discover how peaceful it is. Sitting there with only your favorite coffee to keep you company and all you can do is people watch or read a chapter or two of that book you’ve always wanted to start, it might be just the break you need! Oh and don’t worry, no one will be thinking, “Oh that poor lonely guy, doesn’t he have any friends?” I’m 98% sure they will be thinking, “Oh look at the lucky ones of that era who are able to relax and read a book, wish I could do that too!” ”
Prepare Breakfast
Perhaps you’ve double-clicked on a mouth-watering image of a stack of pancakes, fry-ups, or French toast. But why not try something crazy and make your own breakfast? I know, it’s a crazy idea! But you’d be surprised how many of us feel the need for a quick and easy breakfast even on the weekends! There are so many breakfast recipes on sites like Pinterest, whether it’s scrambled eggs or a smoothie bowl. As long as you take the time to prepare, sit down and enjoy it, the possibilities are endless. You can also go completely over the top and take a photo of your creation to share with the world.
Take a Nap, Don’t Feel Guilty
Now I’m not the biggest napper in the world, in fact I almost never do it. But it’s something I’d change if I could. I’m not convinced that 5 It’s definitely not a good idea to show up after hours because you might end up eating too much of a good thing and sleeping too much. The best time for a nap is around 20-30 minutes, any more time might leave you feeling groggy and uncomfortable. As you can imagine, that’s not the point of a nap. Maybe set an alarm to prevent you from oversleeping and wake up feeling refreshed and energized!
Try different types of exercise
Simply changing up your workout can have a lot of benefits! Try a spinning class, yoga, or maybe even a power walk down the street, whatever it is, give it a try. Sure, the endorphins will get your blood pumping and you’ll get moving, but you’ll also find the challenge satisfying, push yourself to achieve new goals, and maybe even train in areas you wouldn’t normally reach with your workouts!
Turn off your phone
If you’re planning on going out on your own without your phone, I’ll have to tell you roughly where you’re going to be for safety reasons. You can then leave your phone at home or take it with you with you in a turned-off state. You’ll absolutely be surprised how much you don’t miss it! You’ll really enjoy the moment and the time on the go without looking at a screen. I’d even go so far as to say that you’ll feel calmer and breathe easier, without the worry and anxiety that comes with watching so many influencers “live their best lives”.
At-Home Spa
Yes, you guessed it, of course I can’t talk about weekend self-care tips without mentioning a well-deserved pampering session! Turn on the tub, light the candles, let Moby play in the background, and switch off. You can go all out and treat your body to a scrub, use a hair mask, give yourself a manicure, or relax with a face mask. I’ve heard this detox is particularly good.
So here are some weekend self-care tips. It doesn’t matter what you do, as long as you do it in a way that makes you happy, calm, and connected. We spend so much time overworking ourselves, worrying about our families, and not having time for ourselves. Sometimes, you just need a little time alone to feel ready to take on the world!
