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Self-care basics!
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items When you’re feeling down, the best thing you can do is take care of yourself, or have things in place to help you manage. Here are some of the things that help me!
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To help with health
To help with comfort
To help get through the day
To help with health
Keep yourself nourished! Here are some things to help take out the effort
It’s important to stay hydrated! A good, sturdy water bottle is needed. Keep this with you at all times, take a sip whenever you see it.
The World's Most Needed Reusable Water Bottle
Think of them like little sweets!!! If you’re feeling super low, get your blood checked as your Vit d might be super low but for every day doses, this one works well for me
Amazon.co.uk: Vitamin D Gummies
Coconut oil is the best!!! Body shop does a nice smooth version that is already in liquid form, so quick and easy to put in. I used to use the solidified coconut oil but it just took too long and caused too much of a mess - would recommend this
Coconut Oil Brilliantly Nourishing Pre-Shampoo Hair Oil
For a good deep clean - these are nice, gentle scrubs
Body Exfoliating Scrubs
A mat for some simple at home stretches to keep the body moving
Exercise & Yoga Mats | Gym Mats
To help with comfort
Your body deserves to be comfortable!
This oodie is often on sale or the cheapest. The dark colour means it visibly stays clean! Quick pop in the washing machine and it’s good to go again. These are great for those days in, where you just need to rest. The softness and weight of the oo...
Oodie
Good quality and not too pricey - I’ve got a bunch of these blankets at home and they’re good for creating a cosy atmosphere - I’ve got the teddy bear throw which I’ve linked - maximum cosiness
Throws & Blankets
Keep warm and toasty! The fluffy socks feel soft to touch and great on the skin.
Women's Bed & Slipper Socks
Personally I don’t know what fairy lights can’t fix
Bedroom Fairy Lights | LED Indoor String Mood Lighting UK
To help get through the day
To help with overwhelm
Important to keep track of the days, and to check in. Take a moment to write down what you have on that week, or use the daily spaces to write down how you’re feeling
Diary & Planner Collection
Candles are always a great way to create a relaxing, safe atmosphere. These Jo Malone candles smell great - not too overpowering - and create a nice warm glow. Smelling candles can also be very grounding!
Best Scented Candles
I’ve literally used this for YEARS. The Orange oil is the most uplifting smelling oil there is in my opinion. It’s a sudden burst and really helps to ground you when you’re dissociating, or feeling anxious. Thank me later!!
Orange Oil from Holland & Barrett
Pre prepping breakfast (oats?) and lunch/dinner - have a look at some Mason jar salads. These are easy to store, quick to prep and quick to set up on your plate, taking the effort out of cooking
Amazon.co.uk: Mason Jar
Super quick sandwiches at the ready, taking the effort out of cooking and keeping you fed! Great for lunch and dinner, or a snack
Sandwich Makers,Toasters & Panini Presses
A little project for mindfulness
All Embroidery Kits - Clever Poppy
Something for mindfulness and to boost creativity - especially if you’re feeling artists block
Colouring Books for Adults