10 simple acts of self care to treat yourself to this evening

Let’s be honest, the past two and a half years have been a struggle. Now more than ever we want to surround ourselves with friends and family and so many loved ones who we haven’t seen in months. 

We've come to really appreciate the freedom of being able to casually browse through a book shop on a Saturday afternoon, or being able to grab a cup of coffee with a pal as you catch each other up on the latest gossip.

There’s so much we missed out on, and since it looks like the coronavirus isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, it can make looking forward to the future and staying positive quite challenging.

That’s why we’ve pulled together a list of 10 simple things you can do this evening, as an act of self care, to help make this tricky time feel less like doomsday and more like the rain before the rainbows.

1. Paint your nails

2. Re-watch your favourite childhood movie

3. Start a new book

4. Light a scented candle

   

    

5. Go on a walk

6. Eat some chocolate

7. Do a face mask

8. Change your bedsheets

9. Write your thoughts down in a journal

10. Have a bubble bath

If you find yourself struggling with your mental health more during this intense period and need someone to talk to, then make sure to reach out to samaritans on 116 123, or Pieta House on 1800 247 247.