Create Your Self-Care Options

One of the easiest ways to make self-care more practical is to create a list of options. 



When I Need to Recharge 


  • Read 

  • Listen to music 

  • Exercise 

  • Sit outside 

  • Stretch 

  • Rest 

  • Watch something enjoyable 



When I Need Encouragement 


  • Write down something I'm proud of 

  • Read an encouraging message 

  • Talk with a friend

  • Break a challenge into smaller steps 

  • Write down my next action 



When I Need Connection 


  • Call a friend 

  • Send a postcard 

  • Invite someone for coffee 

  • Spend time with family 

  • Join an activity 

  • Send someone an encouraging message 



When I Want More Joy 


  • Listen to favorite music 

  • Try a creative activity 

  • Cook something enjoyable 

  • Visit somewhere interesting 

  • Wear something that makes me smile 

  • Spend time on a hobby 



When My Mind Feels Full 


  • Write everything down 

  • Choose the most important task 

  • Take a short break 

  • Go outside 

  • Put my phone away for a while 

  • Talk through the situation with someone



Having several options gives you flexibility to choose what fits the day. 


Your self-care routine can change with you.