10 Simple Self-Care activities for busy women

Implementing self-care activities when you’re a busy woman trying to juggle between work life, responsibilities, family and personal life can seem impossible. You might think that you don’t have enough time for it and taking care of yourself first is not your priority.

Well, in today’s post we will explore 10 simple self-care activities you can do daily even with a busy life.

Because taking care of yourself shouldn’t be an option, it’s a must. Your mental and physical health will thank you.

Self-care activities to start today

5 minutes meditation:

Dedicate at least 5 minutes a day to relax your mind by focusing on your breathing.

Express creativity:

Creativity is a powerful tool to reduce stress and anxiety but also for self-expression. Have fun doing a creative hobby whether it’s drawing, painting, cooking etc

Read:

Take a few minutes a day to enjoy a book to stimulate your imagination

Get quality sleep:

Set a bedtime routine and create a nice environment to get quality sleep. Aim for at least 7 hours of sleep to start your day recharged

Declutter a small area:

Some people love to declutter to relax their mind. You can start by a small area in your home.

Listen to music and dance:

Play your favorite playlist and dance to uplift your mood. You can also choose a more calming playlist to relax your mind after a long day of work.

Take a short walk in nature:

Go outside and take a short walk, even if it’s just around your neighborhood.. Being in nature has the power to clear your mind and boost your mood

Nourish your body:

Enjoy real food and fresh vegetables as much as you can. Nourish your body with nutritious meals and stay hydrated. You only have one body, take care of it.

Take short breaks:

Throughout the day don’t forget to take mini breaks to recharge your energy and boost your productivity. You’re not a robot, you need short breaks to function and be your best self

Practice positive affirmations:

In your daily routine, implement practicing positive affirmation to boost your confidence, mood and overcome self-sabotaging

If you need help you check a previous post: 50 positive affirmations

Whether you have a full time job, kids, lots of responsibilities or not you should always make yourself a priority. We all have the same 24 hours, try to manage your time as best as you can so you can have time for yourself and others in a healthy way.