Quick Self-Care Strategies You'll Actually Use

Self-care doesn't have to be complicated. Think of it like a menu: if you're feeling a certain way, try one simple thing to shift your energy.

• If you're feeling overwhelmed ⇢ Write down the top 3 things that actually matter today. Everything else can wait.

  
  

• If you're restless ⇢ Move your body for 2-3 minutes. Stretch, shake it out, or take a quick lap.

  
  

• If you're numb or checked out ⇢ Use your senses. Light a candle, splash cold water, or eat something crunchy.

  
  

• If you're heavy with emotion ⇢ Put on a song that matches your mood and let yourself feel it all the way through.

  
  

• If you're stuck in your head ⇢ Say your thoughts out loud (to yourself, a note app, or a voice memo). They lose power when they're not circling inside.

  
  

• If you're drained ⇢ Step outside and look at something far away. Let your eyes rest, let your brain reset.

✨ These aren't magic fixes. They're quick, realistic resets for everyday life. Pick one when you need it and notice how your system shifts.