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100 Ways to Practical Self-care

1. Take a hot bath

2. Put on a face mask

3. Read a book

4. Take a nap

5. Listen to your favorite music

6. Go for a walk

7. Exercise

8. Cook a healthy meal

9. Drink more water

10. Stretch

11. Do yoga

12. Write in a journal

13. Watch a movie

14. Spend time in nature

15. Color

16. Take a break from social media

17. Get a massage

18. Practice deep breathing

19. Spend time with loved ones

20. Connect with friends

21. Spend time alone

22. Spend time in a sauna

23. Do something creative

24. Visit an art gallery

25. Take a break from technology

26. Take a day off

27. Meditate

28. Make a gratitude list

29. Get a manicure

30. Go for a bike ride

31. Go to a museum

32. Play a board game

33. Take a bubble bath

34. Play an instrument

35. Make a scrapbook

36. Go for a swim

37. Make a vision board

38. Do a puzzle

39. Hang out with animals

40. Take a class

41. Go star-gazing

42. Have a picnic

43. Take a drive

44. Unplug from electronics

45. Visit a local park

46. Do some gardening

47. Write a poem

48. Sing

49. Volunteer

50. Make a playlist

51. Go shopping

52. Try a new hobby

53. Pamper yourself

54. Get a pedicure

55. Take a painting class

56. Go to a concert

57. Take a road trip

58. Visit a farmer’s market

59. Attend a yoga class

60. Buy yourself flowers

61. Get a haircut

62. Take a bubble bath

63. Go dancing

64. Do some DIY projects

65. Make a photo album

66. Take a cooking class

67. Make a pie

68. Play a video game

69. Have a spa day

70. Practice affirmations

71. Call a friend

72. Make a new friend

73. Do a craft project

74. Take a day trip

75. Go for a hike

76. Take a bubble bath

77. Take a bubble bath

78. Play with a pet

79. Plant a tree

80. Go camping

81. Make a dream board

82. Try a new recipe

83. Have a movie night

84. Try a new recipe

85. Bake something

86. Listen to a podcast

87. Go to a comedy show

88. Practice mindfulness

89. Buy a plant

90. Take a dance class

91. Get some fresh air

92. Go to a farmers market

93. Do a crossword puzzle

94. Go to a local event

95. Buy yourself a gift

96. Go to a comedy club

97. Do a jigsaw puzzle

98. Go for a run

99. Visit a local library

100. Practice self-compassion