Guest post by Jennie Trotters
Taking care of your mind, body, and soul should be your number one priority. Or at least top 3! In today’s day and age, many people get swept up in the fast pace of everyday life. In fact, taking the time to properly look after yourself often gets swept under the rug. This is why in order to properly give yourself the time and attention you need, you should incorporate a few healthy rituals into your routine.
The following are three healthy rituals to start incorporating into your monthly calendar. Keep reading to see how you can help improve your wellness.
Have a self care bath
One of the best things to do at least once a month is to have a relaxing warm bath. Warm baths are known to relax your body and mind, and soothe any aching muscles. Baths can help improve your sleep hygiene and benefit you in many ways. One of the ways to best elevate a bath and get the maximum benefits is to use bath salts.
Bath salts can help with many different issues. A great example of this is magnesium bath salts. Magnesium bath salts are great for relieving the symptoms of dry skin conditions such as eczema. They can also help you relax and sleep better as well as recover from exercise.
Try finding the type of bath salts that best suit you and once a month run a bath with candles, bath salts, and bubbles. You may start to notice a big difference!
Have a day entirely to yourself
Something many people forget about is the importance of alone time. Setting one day aside every month for having some well deserved me-time is very healthy! You deserve to have the time to do the things you love to do.
Everyday life can have most people feeling drained and run-down here and there. This is a common feeling but it can be combated by taking some time to really look after yourself and your interests.
Here are a few of the things you can do during your self care day:
- Have a relaxing bath with bath salts
- Watch your favourite film or TV show
- Go to the cinemas alone
- Cook yourself a healthy and delicious meal
- Go out to your favourite restaurant
- Work in your hobbies
- Bake some of your favourite treats
These activities are sure to help you relax, unwind, and have an enjoyable day in your own company.
Have dinner with a friend
Another healthy ritual to do at least once a month is to have dinner with a friend. Whether you go out to your favourite restaurant or cook together at home, having dinner with a close friend is one of the best things you can do for yourself.
Socialising is very important. Sometimes the hustle and bustle of life can leave many people feeling tired and unwilling to see their friends and family as often. Taking a night to go out with a friend is a great way to boost your mental health and take time away from your everyday routine.
Schedule a date with a friend once a month and see how it changes your overall mood!
