The past year has done a number on all of us. I know find myself riding a roller coaster. Some weeks I feel like I have it all under control; other weeks I am struggling in every way possible. Each day of this 31 Day Self Care Challenge I’ll give you a simple actionable task that you can do. Whether it’s starting your morning off on the right foot, or sneaking in a workout for the day, after 31 days you’ll be amazed at the difference in your mood.
Self Care Week ONE
Day 1
Wake up 30 minutes early and sit in silence or with your favorite podcast.
Day 2
Make a list of at least 5 things you’re grateful for.
Day 3
Do a brain dump on a pad of paper, a notepad in your phone, or even in a Google doc.
Day 4
Make your favorite recipe (or your favorite meal from a takeout restaurant!).
Day 5
Rewatch your favorite movie.
Day 6
Spend 15 minutes organizing any space in your home (I recommend going through the junk drawer!).
Day 7
Aim to drink at least 64 ounces of water today.
Self Care Week 2
Day 8
Unplug from social media for one full day.
Day 9
Learn a new skill.
Day 10
Create a vision board.
Day 11
Go through old photos.
Day 12
Pick up that book you’ve been meaning to read and get started.
Day 13
Try your hand at a new recipe.
Day 14
Write down a list of personal long-term goals.
Self Care WEEk 3
Day 15
Catch up with a friend or family member by phone.
Day 16
Learn a new skill.
Day 17
Bake your favorite dessert.
Day 18
Take a long, relaxing bath with a bath bomb.
Day 19
Move your body with a NEW workout!
Day 20
Binge watch your favorite (or new) TV show.
Self Care Week 4
Day 21
Treat yourself to ice cream.
Day 22
Take yourself out on a solo date.
Day 23
Break out the coloring books and take some time relaxing with some crayons (or colored pencils)!
Day 24
Take a nap — you deserve it!
Day 25
Go for a 20-minute walk by yourself today.
Day 26
Write a friend a letter and send it (yes — snail mail!).
Day 27
Dress up and take some selfies (even if you have nowhere to go!).
Day 28
Plan your dream vacation (even if it’s just a dream).
Self Care Final days
Day 29
Plan a night in for yourself.
Day 30
Make a new playlist.
Day 31
Do a digital cleanse by clearing out old files, upload photos to the cloud, and clear out your phone and laptop.
Self-care doesn’t always come easy for busy moms, but this challenge will allow you to find those pockets in your day to sneak in some time for yourself.