Why not take some time to indulge in a bit of self-care, before diving into your next set of goals for the new year?
During this time of year, most of us are used to seeing phrases like, “New year, new me!”
But here’s the thing:
You can’t possibly be a new you if you haven’t slowed down to take care of your mental and physical well-being.
This is just one reason why we’re sharing 6 self-care activities that are a sure-fire way to kick off 2022 right.
Ready?
Let’s do this!
- Treat Yourself to a Spa Day
Whether you prefer to go to an actual spa or you’d rather turn your home into an oasis, a spa day is a perfect way to feel rejuvenated.
Make your day feel extra refreshing with a face mask, massage, mani, and pedicures.
You’ll feel like a NEW person for sure!
- Yoga
Moving your body not only has tons of physical benefits but it also lifts your mood.
And an easy way to get started is by pulling out a yoga mat to practice a few yoga exercises.
New to yoga?
No worries! There are plenty of online yoga classes to guide you.
However, if you prefer being a community of yogis, do a search for nearby yoga studios.
- Grab a Journal
Journaling has several benefits, including releasing stress or bottled-up thoughts that you want to gain clarity about.
It’s also a great way to document your day-to-life for growth.
And guess what?
There are several ways you can use journaling to fit your self-care needs.
Here are a few ideas:
- Gratitude journaling - Write down a list of things that you’re grateful for.
- Free-write journaling - Go all in and write down any AND everything that’s on your mind. You’ll feel a weight lifted from all of your cluttered thoughts.
- Bullet journaling - Want to feel more productive? Bullet journaling is a great way to get started. All you have to do is create a list of anything you’d like to organize in your life. Your bullet journal could include a list of goals, spending tracker, reading list, or places you’d like to travel to in 2022.
We’re sure these have sparked some inspiration. Right?
4. Find a Therapist
The days are long-gone of therapy being a taboo topic.
Fortunately, conversations about therapy are being normalized, especially on social media.
So, carve out some time to search for either a nearby therapist or a therapist that you’d like to work with virtually.
Therapy is a great way to work through any issues or challenges that you may be facing internally.
It’s also simply a great way to stay on track mentally during any season of your life.
- Get More Sleep
So, we don’t want to ruin your fun…
But we must warn you that your lack of sleep is costing you.
Staying up all night watching Netflix or hustling away working can’t happen forever.
You’ve got to turn it in at a reasonable hour to get some nourishing sleep - preferably 7-8 hours of sleep.
Trust us when we say, sleep is a form of self-care.
Good sleep not only makes you feel refreshed, but also gives your memory a boost, reduces stress, and makes you more productive.
- Treat Yourself to a Fresh Retwist
You know we can’t forget about your locs. Right?
They deserve tender, love, and care just as much as you do.
So, why not head to your FAVE loctician for a fresh retwist?
After all, it will be the icing on the cake in your self-care indulgence for the new year.
You’ll look and feel your best!
Now, cheers to an amazing 2022!