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10 Ways to Practice Self Care this Valentine’s Day

February 1, 2021 Comments : 22

Valentine’s Day is approaching and while it is a time well known for showering others with love it is also a great time to focus on yourself. Self care is so important if we want to go and be there for others. We can’t pour from an empty cup. So here are 10 ways to practice self care this Valentine’s day (or any day really!).

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Spend time reading your bible

What a perfect way to practice self care. Filling your spirit is something we should be doing every day. And it should especially be done on a day when you want to focus on you. Here is a great devotional if you aren’t sure where to start when it comes to reading your bible. Keeps it simple but still packs so much into each day!

Take a bubble bath

Need I say more? Grab some bath bombs a good book or whatever you enjoy and take a soak.

Self Care on Valentine's Day
I love this bath tray for the ultimate experience while relaxing in the tub!

Go get your nails or hair done

I personally do not have the capacity to get my nails or hair done on a regular basis. So this is an ultimate sign of self care in my opinion. If you are able, go out and get pampered. Get a pedicure or get your hair done. And enjoy it!

Hair Salon

Get a Massage

Another sweet treat. When is the last time you went and got a massage? Me? Before kids…actually before marriage. If you want to show yourself some love treat yourself to an hour of pure bliss.

Cook your favorite dinner (or order in if that’s your jam!)

I don’t know about you but I have some meals that just get me excited. Some are ones I order from a restaurant and others are ones I cook myself. Either way I find treating myself to one of my favorite meals to be such a treat!

Buy yourself some flowers or a new plant

I love getting flowers and instead of waiting to be gifted them why not just grab them yourself? I also love adding a new plant baby to my home! These are both great ideas to practice self care and spruce up your home.

Flowers

Go for a walk – or whatever your favorite physical activity is.

Get moving! It’s such a great thing to do to lift your mood and boost your energy! I know I always feel so great after moving my body even if it is just for 30 minutes or so. It can be whatever form of activity you enjoy- just go and do it.

Start a new book

My favorite way to practice self care is reading a new book. I love finding a cozy spot, bundling up with a blanket and tea and getting lost for hours. If you need some good books to read check out this post on my top 8 christian books!

Reading

Watch an old favorite movie

I love watching movies. And I am known for watching the same movies over and over. It’s so much more relaxing to me to watch a movie I’ve seen before because I know exactly what is going to happen. This is a great excuse to pop some popcorn and indulge in an old favorite!

Do something creative

I am a creative person so I love a good DIY or craft project. This is a great way to practice self care. It can be as simple as coloring in an adult coloring book (Here is a great one to try). Or it can be making something by chrocheting, doing a fun project in your home, or finding a cute craft to try on Pinterest. Go crazy and do what you enjoy.

I hope this list is super helpful if you are hoping to show yourself some love this Valentine’s Day! You can do just one of these things or try to squeeze them all into your day. Whatever makes you happy!

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Comments

  1. Elisa says

    February 1, 2021 at 4:10 pm

    Love all your ideas on self-care.

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    • Desiree says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:14 pm

      Thanks so much Elisa!

      Reply
  2. Forever My Little Moon says

    February 1, 2021 at 6:02 pm

    These are all great ways to take care of yourself this Valentine’s Day! I personally love reading

    Reply
    • Desiree says

      February 1, 2021 at 8:13 pm

      So do I! Definitely a fave for me 🙂

      Reply
  3. Jazmin Maybell says

    February 1, 2021 at 9:34 pm

    Oh man I could definitely use some self care this Valentines Day!

    Reply
  4. Danielle says

    February 2, 2021 at 5:11 am

    Love these ideas!

    Reply
  5. Amanda says

    February 2, 2021 at 6:22 am

    I love going back to an old favorite movie as a way to relax!!

    Reply
  6. Samantha Laycock says

    February 2, 2021 at 9:10 am

    I am going to buy myself some flowers. They always make my home feel so much prettier.

    Reply
  7. Luna S says

    February 2, 2021 at 9:20 am

    That tray for your bathtub is awesome! I need to get one.

    Reply
  8. Monica Simpson says

    February 2, 2021 at 10:19 am

    I love the idea of treating MYSELF for Valentine’s Day!

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  9. Ashley t says

    February 2, 2021 at 10:47 am

    These are all great ways to take care of ourselves. I especially love anything with pampering myself because with 2 kids I have very little time for myself.

    Reply
    • Desiree says

      February 2, 2021 at 1:15 pm

      I totally get that struggle!

      Reply
  10. Ashley says

    February 2, 2021 at 11:28 am

    Self care is so important and so easy to forget to do. Awesome post!

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    • Desiree says

      February 2, 2021 at 1:14 pm

      I completely agree. Thank you!

      Reply
  11. Sarah says

    February 2, 2021 at 1:04 pm

    There are so many of these things I need to do, but never feel like I have time! I always feel better after going on a walk, but it has been so cold out! I am going to look for a new book to read I think.

    Reply
    • Desiree says

      February 2, 2021 at 1:14 pm

      Reading is always a great choice to me!

      Reply
  12. Cathy says

    February 2, 2021 at 9:49 pm

    Thanks for the inspiring self-care ideas. Enjoy the beautiful things around us and tell our subconscious mind that everything is okay 🙂

    Reply
  13. Rikki Ridgeway says

    February 3, 2021 at 7:00 am

    Yes! Self care is so vital for every person on this planet. I love this post!

    Reply
    • Desiree says

      February 3, 2021 at 1:22 pm

      Completely agree! Thank you

      Reply
  14. Sonia Seivwright says

    February 4, 2021 at 7:16 am

    I would like try buying myself some flowers. It will be a nice change.

    Reply
  15. Heather Behrends says

    February 4, 2021 at 10:05 am

    It’s funny because even though I know how important self-care is, I’m really lousy at practicing it. These are great tips that I need to work into my life!

    Reply
  16. Kimmy says

    February 6, 2021 at 1:01 pm

    Love these ideas! Self care is so important

    Reply

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