5 Ways I’m Practicing Self Care During The Colder Months

I have made it clear that I am pretty crap at self care. Self care is not my greatest area at the best of times, I tend to spread myself too thin and devoted too much time to people who genuinely shouldn’t matter in my life.

Self care especially during the colder months is so important, and it is even more important than normal to take care of yourself and it is more than just pampering yourself. So here are my tips on looking after yourself in the colder months.

1. Taking Time Away

I’ve not been as active on social media lately, and that is on purpose to be honest. I’ve been doing this because I just need a bit of a break, I need some time to refresh and rejuvenate and it worked wonders. I’ve been more interested in spending time with my family, making memories and just being away from social media. I’ve obviously been around a little bit, but not as much as I used to be and I’m kind of living for it.

2. Learning To Say No

I’m still not great about this to be honest, but I’ve been working on it so much as of lately, mainly because I’m so bloody tired. There are literally only so many hours in the day and sometimes we all just need some time to chill out, switch out mind off and zen. Saying no doesn’t mean that you don’t care, or you don’t want to help someone, but it is literally about self preservation, you can’t help others if you can’t help yourself.

3. Yoga

Yoga is one of my favourite things in the world, I have issues with my back and it can really help me. Doing 30 minutes of yoga even in the morning really does calm me, and it sets me up for the day. I find that if I do my yoga in the morning I feel more focused and grounded. Even BB-8 has joined in lately, although she does like to jump on my back which is slightly irritating but you’ve got to love her.

4. Getting Cosy

During the colder months I am all about getting cosy, curling up in duvets, multiple fluffy blankets and a good candle, it definitely makes me super happy. Getting cosy and super toasty can definitely change my mood, especially after a long day where nothing seems to have gone right, just putting a box set on, curling up in a duvet and burning gorgeous candles is heavenly.

5. Getting Outside

I’ve been making more of a conscious effort to go outside lately, I’m not a massive fan of getting cold, but getting outside really helps my state of mind, it helps give me clarity, it is so calming and fresh air is always good for the soul. I am so lucky that near my house there are some gorgeous walking spots, English Heritage sites and National Trust sites, so being able to get out and walk in these beautiful areas makes the world of difference to me.

I’m definitely making more of an effort to look after myself at the moment, especially when it comes to self care. During the colder months you really do need to take care of yourself a bit more, especially with the light drawing in, shorter days, coming home in the dark, it is so important to take care of yourself.

How do you take care of yourself during the colder months?

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