Self Care Practices

1. Practice gratitude - It's easy to feel unhappy with certain things in life. With gratitude, I remind myself I have priceless things. I remind myself if God did not wake me up that day I wouldn't even be able to experience every day and keep pushing to reach my dreams. Practice gratitude. With air in the lungs, anything can always change and improve.

2. Journal your feelings - Helps me process and let go

3. Go on long walks - Helps me get air and movement, improves my mood

4. Listen to instrumental music - Music with no lyrics helps me process feelings and its enjoyable for me

5. Touch nature - Helps me stay grounded; being in the city is not the best place for nature but I work with what's available

6. Epsom salt baths and essential oils- It's relaxing and you're in the present moment

7. Work on art - Painting and coloring is so therapeutic to me

8. Read - For me, it's like an escape and I learn new words!

9. Vent and or cry - let it out; its a sign from your spirit

10. Routines - skincare routine, morning routine, night, etc. A routine can help you feel like you're consistent with yourself and dedicated to a healthy mind and body

11. Pray - When I pray and talk to God I feel better. I feel like I do not have to figure it all out on my own. This may not work for all, but finding a belief to keep you going may help you.

Come back to this list when needed!