48 Simple Self Care Ideas to Try This Fall

Hi friends! I don't know about you but so many of the world's current events have left me feeling more drained and stressed than usual. It's hard to believe and really wrap my head around how much life as we know it has changed because of the pandemic. And, it's mind boggling that eighteen months into this there is still so much uncertainty. UGH. But today, I don't want to focus on the things that are largely out of our control. I want to share some self care ideas with you all and talk about the importance of scheduling in and planning for some self care each week.

Stay Home Style

Social distancing is in FULL swing, so I figure there is no better time than now to share what I'm wearing on repeat these days. I call it my stay home style! Wearing these items makes me feel comfortable but still put together, which definitely makes a difference in my mindset these days. In addition to wearing things I love there are a few other things I'm trying to integrate into each day to keep my mindset positive. I share those at the bottom!

Why You Need a Self Care Kit & How to Make One

Taking care of ourselves, loving ourselves and even speaking positively of ourselves can be extra hard in age when comparison and self-criticism are at the forefront. For the bad days, when negative thoughts are in the driver's seat, having a way to reset can be extremely beneficial for our mental health. That is where a self care kit comes in. I've used the things in my self care kit for years, but only recently did I go through the process of "building" a self care kit. So, today I'm going to share with you that process, what's inside my self care kit and how it has recently helped me.