Positive Affirmations for Friends

Friends are an important part of life. You can consider yourself fortunate if you have great friends. Supportive friends help us through difficult times and support and celebrate us during good times. Repeating affirmations for friends is a great way to show emotional support and encouragement for close friends who help you through this thing

Effective Self Care Activities for Elementary Students

In addition to teaching ABCs and 123s, parents and teachers are also tasked with helping students learn life skills. One important life skill is learning how to take care of yourself. Focusing on self care activities for elementary students is a great way to help young people learn to focus on their physical health and

Why You Need a Daily Self Care Checklist Right Now

Self-care is all the buzz these days, and rightfully so. Many people are experiencing stress, burnout, and overwhelm at astounding rates. It’s essential to incorporate self-care activities into your life regularly so that you can create habits that will help you improve your overall health and well-being. Creating a daily self-care checklist is the best

Practical Ideas for Self Care for Teens

Self care is generally reserved for adults, but if you really think about it, self care for teens is important, too. If parents encourage self-care in their children at a young age, they are more likely to continue healthy practices when they become adults. Young people need to be exposed to different activities that they

111 Ideas for Simple Self Care

When life gets chaotic, one of the easiest things to overlook is self care. It can be challenging to focus on anything other than the bare minimum when life gets hard. The fact is, though, that these are the days when you most need to take care of yourself. Let’s talk about some ideas for

25 Easy and Relaxing Self-Care Ideas

After a stressful day of work and tending to all the other responsibilities that you have in your life, making time for self care is extremely important. Prioritizing your needs is the best way to replenish your energy so that you can get back to business. Of course, there are days that bring extra stress
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How to Prioritize Self Care Every Day

Very few people will deny the importance of self care. However, many people find it difficult to prioritize their own needs. With such busy schedules, it’s challenging to find enough time to focus on a self-care plan. If you are struggling to figure out how to prioritize self care, keep reading. I’m sharing many tips
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Why Self Care is So Important

What comes to mind when you think about what self care means? Do you think about your physical health or do you think about your emotional health? Or, do you think about prioritizing your own needs? Well, either way, you’re right! There are so many different definitions of this popular phrase. But, when I think

35 Best Treat Yourself Well Quotes that will Inspire You

If I were to ask you if you treat yourself well, what would be your response? Could you say without a doubt that you are intentional about being good to yourself and doing what’s best for you more often than not? Do you have some favorite treat yourself well quotes that remind you to be

The Art of Finding and Using Your Voice

Amidst the constant chaos around us, it can be difficult to find or use your voice. Finding and using your voice is an art that allows you to find a part of you that is often hidden. Though it’s essential to learn to use your voice, there are several reasons why you might find it

28 Hobbies that Reduce Stress

Do you have a hobby?  Did you know there are several hobbies that reduce stress? It’s true! Let’s talk about it.  Stress is a common issue that comes with daily life. Stress often leads to anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. When our lives get too busy, it is hard to be motivated and

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Mother’s Day is right around the corner!  If you’re shopping for the perfect gift for your mom, you’re in the right place.  This Mother’s Day Gift Guide is exactly what you need to help you find a gift that is sure to put a smile on your mother’s face.  Mothers are such important people in

Self-Care for Empty Nesters

Now that your little birdies have grown up and flown from your nest, your life and your free time are about to change. Congratulations, you’re now an empty nester. When our children leave our homes, it can be frightening and stressful. We spend time worrying if they’re doing okay; and, we may even experience feelings
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Relaxing Bedroom Ideas to Create a Cozy Space

After a long, stressful day at work, nothing beats the thought of retreating to your bedroom to relax. That is, if you have created a bedroom space that allows you to relax and escape from the stresses of life. Your bedroom should be your safe haven, your own personal place that guarantees rest, relaxation, and

How to Forgive Someone Who Continually Hurts You

Have you ever been wronged by someone multiple times and been told that you need to forgive that person?  You’re probably wondering how to forgive someone who continually hurts you. As long as we interact with other humans, arguments and disagreements are inevitable so it’s important for you to figure out how to forgive someone,
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13 Unique Couples Journal Ideas

Journaling is one of the best ways to practice self-care as a couple. A couple’s journal allows you a shared space to reflect on good times and is one of the best conversation starters for you and your partner. Today, I’m sharing some unique couples journal ideas that are easy and effective. In your shared
self care box ideas

33 Best Self Care Box Ideas

When it comes to self care, many busy women name time and money as the biggest barriers to a regular self care routine. These barriers keep women from practicing self care regularly. A self care routine is a vital part of being the best you that you can be. So, let’s talk about some self
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5 Simple Ways to Stop Being Nosy

Raise your hand if you like asking people personal questions? You know those questions that you probably shouldn’t ask, but that satisfy your curiosity, so you ask them anyway? If you are guilty of asking intrusive questions, consider yourself nosy. If you’re nosy, don’t worry. You’re not alone. There are lots of people in the
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Heavy on the Self Love: 10 Ways to Love Yourself More

This blog post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase something using the links, I may receive a small commission. Do you have a self-love shirt? Self-love shirts are trendy these days, and I’m hopping on the bandwagon! Message shirts are everywhere now, and I’m glad to see shirts that help us not only own

Benefits of Keeping a Journal

Do you keep a journal? If so, are you aware of the benefits of keeping a journal?  Kudos for doing something that has so many self-care benefits. If you don’t currently keep a journal, I encourage you to start.  No, I’m not talking about that middle school diary that you used to hide under your