My Top 10 Self Care Activities

Taking time to enjoy nature, whether that’s hiking in a forest or closer to home going to a park, garden, or just sitting on the deck of my boat. There’s plenty of evidence that getting outside is good for our mental health and I always find it brings a real sense of peace.

Taking a yoga class. I love the balance of challenging your body to be stronger and more flexible, alongside deep relaxation.

Reading something soothing with a cup of tea. I love snuggling up with a book or magazine to flick through and just take some time to get out of my own head.

Treating myself to a rare spa treatment - ideally a facial or massage.

Having an at home spa hour and doing my own facial or nails.

Bubble baths with a book and a glass of wine.

Listening to an audio book while cooking something simple, tasty and nutritious.

Writing something self-reflective, whether its a gratitude journal or a list like this one.

Watching uplifting Ted Talks and reflecting on how much opportunity there is in the world.

Finding creative inspiration on Pinterest and replicating it myself.