Self-Care in the Little Things

Work, laundry, dishes, bills, deadlines, mowing, trimming. Responsibility after responsibility.

Well, that just sounds like a life full of joy, doesn’t it?

We all know that responsibilities are necessary, especially if we want to eat, be clothed, or have a place to rest our heads. But it is likely that no one’s last words have ever been, “I wish I would have worked more.”

Maybe you love your work. Maybe you are a fulfilled stay-at-home parent. That is Fantastic!

But what about you?

Do you take care of you? Not just on your birthday or during Mother’s Day or Father’s Day—but regularly, every day.

Do you take care of yourself?

We can incorporate self-care into the little things every day and enjoy this life we are living.

Mindfulness is the key.

Here is how I nurture self-care throughout my day:

Morning Routine:

• Repeat mantra or Bible verse.
• Stretching and breath work.
• Walk the dog while listening to a podcast or sermon.
• Take care of my hygiene.
• Study my Bible and sip coffee.
• Review my schedule.

Daily Routine:

• Take breaks from my desk.
• Walk to local place for lunch.
• Take purposeful breaths.
• Share my wins with others.

Evening Routine:

• Have dinner with my family.
• Relax with a casual game or favorite show.

Nightly Routine:

• Review tomorrow’s schedule.
• Journal.
• Practice breath work.
• Pray or meditate.
• Sleep.

It’s not about a perfect routine. It’s about intention.