The time has come for you to start carving out some of your weekends for some “me time.” Folks are turning to what’s now being called Self Care Sunday as a reminder to take time, even if it’s just a little bit, to focus on their own needs. Self care is not relegated to Sunday and you can very well have Self Care Tuesday if that’s a day you generally can find some time alone. It’s all about taking time away from your responsibilities be they work, parenting, or otherwise to recharge.
Self Care Sunday is going to look different for everyone. For instance, if you’ve got a family it could only mean fifteen minutes. Or, if you can swing it, it could mean an entire afternoon. We’ve got ideas and products for you to use for various durations of your Self Care Sunday. Each idea centers you and will allow you to refresh by doing something just for yourself. Let’s get relaxed!
Quick Self Care Sunday Ideas (15-30 Minutes)
Make a Cup of Tea – Pink Stork Calm Tea: Lavender Herbal Tea
$12.99 at the time of publication.
You could simply fix a cup of your favorite tea and mindfully enjoy it. Or, you can try a tea from Pink Stork that is specifically designed to help you unwind and relax. The tea was created by herbalists specifically for women by women. Sip, breathe, repeat.
Gratitude Journaling – Gratitude Journal for Women: A Daily 5 Minute Guide for Mindfulness
$12.33 at the time of publication.
Gratitude journals are excellent tools that you can use to count your blessings for a more positive outlook. “The important thing to remember is that you don’t have to spend a ton of time writing or keeping an in-depth diary to get the benefits of gratitude journaling,” Paper Peony Press states. In fact, just five minutes of your Self Care Sunday could be spent with the journal for you to enjoy the benefits.
Take Your Mind of Things with a Coloring Book – Stress Relieving Mandala Style Patterns
$5.99 at the time of publication.
Peace and relaxation are the names of the game when it comes to Self Care Sunday. An adult coloring book can help you break away and focus on the beautiful order in these Mandala patterns. We recommend this book but any adult coloring book will do.
Pamper Your Feet – Shiatsu Foot Massager Machine with Heat
$118.97 at the time of publication.
You don’t have to spend a day at the spa for some massage on Self Care Sunday. Turn to this trusty foot massager that is the best-selling model on Amazon today. “2 independent foot chambers provide a wonderful combination of shiatsu kneading and rolling massage therapy, while the air pressure applies pressure to all parts of the foot,” the manufacturer states. Sounds like a rather nice way to spend a half-hour.
Vitruvi Stone Diffuser, Ceramic Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser
$119 at the time of publication.
Want even more relaxation on your Self Care Sunday? Aromatherapy will help! This stone diffuser is one of our favorites because it works well and looks great in your decor. Let essential oils soothe you while you color in that adult coloring book or while you’re getting a foot massage.
Wrap Up in a Warm Blanket – Tefici Electric Heated Blanket Throw
$49.99 at the time of publication.
Take a quick nap or simply wrap up in a super-soft, heated blanket while you sip a cup of that lavender tea. Get snug as a bug on Self Care Sunday to relax, ease tension, and just breathe.
Make a Healthy Smoothie – NutriBullet Blender
$109.99 at the time of publication.
Nutribullet has emerged as one of the most trusted, affordable blenders on the market. This one is one of the highest-rated on Amazon. If you’d like to become a smoothie person, do it with ease with one of these blenders. If you’re not a tea-drinker, a smoothie is a way to drink something healthful on Self Care Sunday.
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Short Self Care Sunday Ideas (30-60 Minutes)
Take a Relaxing Bath – OUAI Chill Pills
$30 at the time of publication.
“Jojoba, safflower, and hemp seed oils help hydrate and protect your skin,” while you relax with this dreamy bath bomb. If you’ve got 30-60 minutes, that should be plenty of time to soak and zone out in the tub. These “chill pills” will help you make the most of it on Self Care Sunday.
Don’t Forget Candles – Boy Smells – St. Al Scent
$32 at the time of publication.
No bath is complete without the candle action. One of our favorites comes from Boy Smells, the St. Al scent. It’s a 50-hour coconut and beeswax candle that smells of sandalwood, clay, clove flower, oud, and ylang-ylang. Light one up this Self Care Sunday.
Also Necessary Podcasts, Audiobooks, and Music – JBL Clip 3 Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
$49.95 at the time of publication.
You really do need all the fixings for your Self Care Sunday bath. Further unwind with your favorite relaxing music, audiobook, or podcast. Listen without fear with this durable, waterproof, Bluetooth speaker that will turn your bathroom into your own personal listening space.
Work on a Craft – Vienrose Large Photo Album
$21.99 at the time of publication.
If your idea of self care is some quiet time alone working on something you love, scrapbooking can be a truly relaxing experience. This is one of the most popular books from Amazon that comes covered in a handsome linen fabric. The pages are self-adhesive and it also comes with a metallic pen for you to use.
Take a Nap – Baloo Soft Weighted 20lb Blanket
$179 at the time of publication.
Is your idea of self care actually just catching up on some much-needed sleep? Self Care Sunday can become “Nap Care Sunday” if you so choose. This heavy, weighted blanket from Baloo is a dream that helps soothe you into a deep sleep. It’s made of 100% cotton which means that you’ll be comforted and not sweaty and smothered. Catch some Zs!
Work on Those Feet – VOESH Pedi in a Box
$7 at the time of publication.
If your feet need some TLC, take care of them on Self Care Sunday. Easily the best $7 you will ever spend comes in a 4-step “Pedi in a box” from VOESH. In four easy steps, you can have feet that feel hydrated, smooth, and smell beautiful. Step 1 is a salt soak. Step 2 is a sugar scrub. Step 3 is a mud masque. Finally, step 4 is massage butter. Complete those steps and you will be so impressed!
Do the Mitts – VOESH Collagen Gloves For Hands (Pack of 3)
$17.10 at the time of publication.
If your hands are what you want to focus on for Self Care Sunday, consider these repairing gloves that will take your hands from chapped to smooth and silky. Plan a whole afternoon of it by doing this and then painting your nails. It’s a baby mani at home that you deserve.
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Get Stitching – Kawaii Cross-Stitch Kit
$9.99 at the time of publication.
If you want to have a cute overload for Self Care Sunday, consider a cross-stitch kit as a crafting activity. This kit comes with everything you need to start making kawaii (Japanese for “cute) cross-stitch patterns.
Are you craving Sunday? We hope you found some things that will make your next Self Care Sunday even more relaxing. It’s been a rough couple of years and if you’re a parent, that’s exponentially true. Get into a self care routine and your body, mind, and soul will thank you.
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