3 Easy Tips to Jumpstart Your Self-Care Routine

Here’s the thing. Life is stressful. Have I said that in every blog? I’m sure your life is just as busy! We want to be the best that we can be. That does not happen on accident. We all have goals and dreams to accomplish and don’t feel motivation when we aren’t excited and confident in ourselves. We need to be very intentional about taking care of ourselves. Here are three simple daily things that keep me on track.

Water, water, water

Water, water, water, water, water, water. How many more times can I say it? We grew up drinking water or milk only. We only got pop on very special occasions. I thank my mom for this mentality almost daily. My Forever lives on Mountain Dew and never feels like his thirst is quenched, but won’t switch to water. I bought three water bottles that are leak proof, don’t condensate and keep ice for 24 hours so I can carry them in my purse. Every night, I refill those with ice and water and place them in my purse by the door so they’re easy to grab. Mornings are rushed enough, set yourself up for success the night before. The water will remain cold all throughout the next day and your body will thank you for drinking water. The general consensus is to drink half your body weight in water per day.

Pack Your Lunch

Pack your lunch. Most of us don’t have the luxury of being home for lunch. I take 10-15 minutes the night before and and pack my lunch when I know I’m not going to be home. I leave it in the refrigerator and throw an ice pack in it the next morning. My husband can eat those snack cakes and potato chips all day, wash it down with his Mountain Dew and feel and work like a rockstar. For those of us who don’t function on pure sugar, preparation is key. Pack a balanced meal that will fuel your body and not weigh you down.

Time for You

Take time for you. We all work very long days, but self-care is important. You can’t pour from an empty cup, we’ve all heard that saying. Whether it’s walking around the ball field while your child practices, listening to podcasts or book (you should do this everyday!) or scheduling a massage or mani/pedi, make the time for yourself. The key is to find something you enjoy that is good for you. We want the best for the people in our lives and want to be our best for them. You will be the best when you feel good about you.

Life isn’t perfect. If you get off track one day, don’t let it throw off your entire week. Don’t get an “all or nothing” mentality. Do the best you can in the moment that you’re in. Give yourself some grace!

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~Matt & Kelsey