21 Ways to Give Back to Yourself this Holiday Season {Plus a Giveaway!}
‘Tis the season of giving — gift giving, family commitments, giving love, putting in some extra hours at work to hit that deadline, you name it. But just as important as giving is receiving, or better known as giving to yourself.
There’s no better way to practice than some good ol’ self care. Here are 21 quick & easy ways to put yourself first this holiday season!
1. Plan a me-cation.
2. Book a massage.
3. Look in the mirror + tell yourself “I love you.”
4. Set your intention for the season.
5. Take a nap (and don’t feel guilty about it).
6. Play hooky.
7. Buy those pair of fabulous boots you’ve been eyeing all season.
8. Cook a homemade meal for one in the crockpot (and relish the way the scent fills your home).
9. Pick one room in your house to re-decorate.
10. Meditate upon waking.
11. Write in your journal before bed.
12. Sleep. For 8 hours or more.
13. Buy yourself a bouquet of wild flowers & put them in a pretty vase.
14. Be “bad.” Eat the darn chocolate chip cookie.
15. Host a wine + cheese night with your gal pals.
16. Clean out your closet — donate what you don’t want & replace it with something new!
17. Say no. How effin fabulous does that feel?
18. Get outside, even if just for 10 minutes. Breathe.
19. Have an at-home spa day — oatmeal facial, tea, you name it!
20. Get crafty for the holidays! (Ignite your inspiration here)
21. Get a new look (I just went brunette with rich red lowlights and I’m loving it!)
{A Holiday Giveaway!}
In the spirit of giving, I’ve got a special giveaway for YOU! I’m teaming up with the lovely folks of O.N.E. Coconut water to give away a 12-pack of pure coconut water.
I absolutely LOVE their pure flavor, and find it oh-so-refreshing and energizing! It’s the perfect way to hydrate, especially during the cooler months when we forget to constantly drink water throughout the day.
To enter my giveaway, simply leave a comment below with your favorite way to give back to yourself, or one thing you’ll work on this holiday season when it comes to taking care of Y-O-U!
I will choose a random winner by EOD on 11/30. You must reside in the US to participate. While this post is sponsored by O.N.E. Coconut Water as part of my ambassadorship, as always all opinions are my own.
November 17th, 2015 at 9:58 pm
wine and cheese picnic with my mom is always the best!
November 17th, 2015 at 11:37 pm
I like to treat myself to a pair of nice, new winter boots and a new scarf and mittens.
November 18th, 2015 at 8:58 am
I like to give myself the gift of time. I’m often so busy; but I want to treasure my time to take a little bit to myself. I can spend it however I want – napping, reading, painting my nails.
November 18th, 2015 at 1:50 pm
I love to go get a pedicure by myself and bring a few magazines to enjoy. It’s so relaxing!
November 18th, 2015 at 3:45 pm
I am actually leaving the kids and hubby behind to go on a girls retreat the day after thanksgiving so I won’t be in the stores shopping for anyone but I will be relaxing for myself.
November 18th, 2015 at 5:09 pm
I love treating myself to a facial and time at the spa! I find it truly relaxes me!
November 18th, 2015 at 8:32 pm
Write. Write a story, a memory, a feeling. Just sit in a quiet room and write. 🙂
November 19th, 2015 at 3:28 am
Love these <3 <3 I actually just booked myself in for a pedicure this morning. And I definitely plan on hooky one of these days (or is it not real playing hooky if I plan it?) x
November 19th, 2015 at 9:25 am
Taking time for exercise!
November 19th, 2015 at 10:28 am
I love taking time for a nice bubble bath… Uninterrupted!
November 19th, 2015 at 12:07 pm
I love treating myself to a nice Thai massage,I exercise a lot so I really need them 🙂
December 1st, 2015 at 8:47 am
@Keri Congrats, you’re the winner of my giveaway! I’ll be in touch shortly with more details 😉