With so many of us practicing self-distancing and needing to be in our homes more, it's easy to become caught up in trying to be productive. But we can make the most of this time and use it to focus on slowing down and practicing self-care. Here are a few ways to practice self-care at home to help you love and nourish yourself.
Let's face it: the holidays can quickly become stressful, overwhelming, and even disappointing, which is why it's so important to incorporate extra self-care during this time of year. Whether you're needing a reset or are looking for a way to practice self-care while still celebrating, we hope you can connect with one or more of these seasonal self-care ideas.
Hygge, or the Danish art of coziness, is absolutely perfect for all those dark nights, when you need a little comfort. Lighting is a huge part of hygge, and the mood-setting abilities of a soft flicker of candlelight combined with the relaxing properties of aromatherapy make candles a hygge go-to. Here are some of our favourite candles to add a little hygge to your home.
Those who are living with chronic illnesses know just what an impact the weather can have on how you feel. While the warmer weather might be beneficial for those dealing with inflammation-related issues like arthritis, having a chronic illness in general can make you more sensitive to extreme heat (not to mention thanks to the medication that you might be taking). Certain chronic illnesses such as POTS can also cause heat intolerance, meaning that heat can make symptoms worse. If you're feeling especially uncomfortable, these tips can help to make the next heat wave a little more manageable.
There are so many great reasons to get lost in a colouring book: from relieving stress, to channeling your inner creative, to being a mindful activity. No matter what mood you might be in, we've rounded up possibly any coloring book you could hope for including fantasy, nature and animals, stress relief, inspirational, and just plain fun.