Four Easy Ways to Practice Self-Care (Millennial Edition)
Practicing self-care is usually last on a busy millennial’s list (sad, but true). Especially if you work full-time and have a side business that you’re growing! Although we millennial entrepreneurs work around the clock, it’s crucial that we set aside time for self-care. We have to know when to stop working and focus on ourselves. So here’s four ways you can practice self-care quickly and easily!
Unplug from Social Media
I know, we all practically LIVE on social media networks! It’s the quickest and easiest way for us to reach our audience/customers in a click of a button. The thing is, we need to learn when enough is enough and focus on the things around us. We cannot relax our minds (and eyes for that matter) without sitting back, relaxing and unplugging for a bit! The biggest feeling most of us have with unplugging is, we’ll miss out on something. This within itself is unhealthy and horrible for our mental health! So continue to practice daily with unplugging from all things technology and just relax. . . even if it’s only for a little bit at a time.
Set Boundaries
Boundaries definitely need to be set with yourself and the people around you. In general, we should make personal oaths to ourselves that’ll better us. I personally, do not check any emails or social media within the first hour of waking up. Instead, I thank God for letting me see another day and watch something that’ll inspire/bring me joy. It’s a small change but great in the long run.
Additionally, we need to set boundaries with the people in our lives. If you have someone who only brings negativity and drama in your life, then it might be time to consider loving them from afar. What I practiced with this was, how did I feel after I spoke to this person? Was I happy, sad, angry etc.? Is this an ongoing feeling or something I feel once in a while? Take notes of the people around you and how they make you feel on a consistent basis.
Schedule “Me” Time
This is the greatest because when it’s set that’s it. . . there’s no changing it! It took me awhile to realize that not being busy working everyday is OK. I’ve missed going out with family and friends to work on my businesses instead (and that’s great!). However, there’s nothing wrong with setting aside time to spend with family, friends, acquaintances etc. Your “Me” time can be spent however you choose! Some people prefer to stay home and binge watch a show on Netflix, while others schedule an appointment for the spa! The point here is to set at least an hour for yourself and do whatever you enjoy the most!
Ask for Help
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve thought I could complete it all. . . to terribly fail in the end. It’s hard for some of us to ask for help (me definitely) but it’s so needed! We honestly can’t do it all on our own and as the saying goes, “it takes a village.” This saying goes so much further than just raising a child! The people around us definitely have their own ways of helping us out. You might have someone designated to call when you need advice on entrepreneurship and another person for relationship advice! This is the same when it comes to getting things done! Don’t be ashamed to ask because usually the people around you are more than happy to help. In the end, we don’t drain ourselves from being overworked.
What are some ways that you practice self-care? Let me know in the comments and don’t forget to subscribe!
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These are great points that I will keep in consideration.
I am awful at truly practicing self care, which is probably why I am so stressed out all the time. Thank you for this! Off to go unplug now!
Practising self-care is so important! It can be really difficult to do so, especially with so many things on your plate. These are great tips + tricks. Thank you so much for sharing!
I really learnt so much from this article. Take care of your mental well-being always. my life and mood are boosted when I unplug from social media.
these tips are so essential to keep a minimum balance in life! I am not a millenial, but it did cost me a very long time to learn that I needed to take care of my self. It was after my 30th bday when I had my second child and I realized that I was “living” so fast that I wasn’t taking care of myself! kudos for spreading this message!
Every single point in this I don’t do. And yet I wonder why I am stressed all the time. You’re absolutely right because even just working on one of these will make a huge difference! Thank you!
These are some great advice to practice self-care. I really love the idea of limiting the time usage of social media.
Such an amazing post and advise. I do feel a difference in my life and mood when I unplug from social media even if for some time, it is really important to prioritize self-care in this stressful and busy life.
Self Care/Love is really important. and you really gave some great tips here. I totally agree with you when it comes to social media, we need to take a rest with it.
It most definitely is! I stress limiting social media since I know our generation practically lives by it.
Thank you for reading!
These are great tips for people at any age. Setting boundaries and eliminating drama have been two of the biggest things that have helped me.
You’re right! I didn’t even consider this being good advice for people older or younger lol. Definitely eliminating drama-prone people/environments are key!
What a great post … Self care is so important … it changes ones moods and life instantly. Unplugging from all things tech is much needed for a few hours daily.
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This is the truth… it really does bring change on a positive note instantly. I wish more people understood this so they could have healthy happy lives.
Fabulous tips for self care and there for self developement! I like the tip about not going on social media for the first hour after waking, that seems like a really smart idea. I normally do my blog promotion during the first hour of being awake..might rethink that and let my brain have some time to find its happy before starting the day 🙂
Try it out and let me know what you think! I think the first hour of waking up should definitely be all about you and reflection. Just some time to start your day off on a relaxing, calm and positive note!
What a great post you created here, you really highlight the importance of self-care and gave some great tips. I think unplugging from social media is a great tool in looking after oneself and getting some much needed head space!
Thank you! I definitely believe limiting social media is the key to better head space. I’m going to keep reiterating this forever! LOL!
I love the ‘millennial’ edition 😉 They are valid points though, for people of all ages – in the times of constant ‘busy’ and screen glued to our hands:(
Constant “busy” screen glued to our hands is EXACTLY what we do LOL! You hit the nail on the head!
These are all valid points. It is important to unplug it all and give yourself some quality time.
Thank you for reading! I completely agree that we all need quality time with ourselves.
Such good advice for any age I think. We’ve all become so addicted to technology and putting in hours of work that’s it’s often to easy to forget that we need to recharge our own batteries.
Exactly! How can we continue to be creative and produce content when we’re not completely charged.