Although many of us forget to do so, taking good care of yourself is very important. Taking care of yourself is more than just eating right and exercising. It also means getting enough sleep and allowing yourself to take time outs when you need it. 

Mental health is vitally important to your overall health and in order for your mental health to be where it should be, you absolutely have to take time for yourself. The self care tips I have listed below can help you to get your mental health where it should be and you can take proper care of yourself. Check out these 3 things you can do to take care of yourself today.

3 Things You Can Do to Take Care of Yourself Today

Sleep More

I know that you have a lot to do, but I can assure you that if you sleep more, you can actually get more stuff done. I am an early riser by nature, but once I became an entrepreneur I kept waking up earlier and earlier to get more stuff done. Yes, I got a lot done, but throughout the day I got less and less productive.  It wasn’t until I actually began intentionally sleeping later in the morning that I discovered my productivity skyrocketed when I made sure to sleep at least 7 hours per night. Plus, it felt good!

Say No More Often

If you are anything like me, you love to help those around you. I am always the first in the family to jump in and do something for others. Need an errand ran? I’m on it? Need help with a project? Sure. I would always say yes to these requests.

Here’s the thing though, all of those times of saying yes are taking away from the things that you can be doing for yourself. Give yourself the grace to say no to these requests and take care to use your time for yourself. It will make a difference. 

Eat Healthier

Yeah, yeah, we all need to eat healthier. We know that it should be done, but truthfully, when you eat healthier, your gut stays healthier and with a healthier gut, you become a happier person.

Days are getting colder and shorter. There’s no better time to put together ideas of some self care and ways to lift your mood. This time of year can be hard for so many, including myself. With the lack of sun and the winter blues you need to give yourself a little TLC. So here’s a list to get you started!

1.  Declutter your closet cleaning out your summer clothing
2. Find a fluffy blanket and curl up in it
3. Enjoy a nice hot cup of hot chocolate (or whatever your drink of choice is)
4. Light a yummy fall smelling candle (Bath & Body Works has my favorites)
5. Go on a walk and crunch the leaves
6. Do a face mask
7. Paint your nails
8. Make a pie
9. Start a gratitude journal
10. Go without your digital devices
11. Buy your favorite flowers
12. Take a new exercise class
13. Watch a romance movie
14. Listen to a podcast
15. Get a massage
16. Take a hot bath
17. Practice mindful thinking
18. Find new dinner recipes for the crock pot
19. Put together a puzzle
20. Plan a do nothing day
21. Reach out to a friend/write a letter
22. Paint something
23. Come up with a fall bucket list
24. Visit the library
25. Create a vision board
26. Open up the windows
27. Drink apple cider on the porch
28. Make a fall craft
29. Sign up for an online class
30. Declutter your home

So if you’re starting to feel a little down as the weather changes, the stress of the holidays picks up or life takes over, make sure you take a break and give yourself some self care.