By: Emma Sumrell
hi friends! welcome back. today, we are going to be diving into the messy yet necessary world of self care. so buckle up, because if anyone knows how to clumsily navigate this terrain, it’s yours truly.
with that being said, in the midst of our inevitably chaotic days, weeks & months, it can be difficult to balance work deadlines, house chores, and the existential dread of adulting, all while trying to remember to drink enough water and occasionally blink. At the same time, our social media accounts are telling us to fill our days with carefully curated yoga poses on the beach, pristine homes, and eat healthy meals with a serene landscape backdrop. but if we’re being real, most of us can’t even touch our toes, let alone doing it on a pile of sand.
#selfcare has become the buzziest word on social media but trust me, it’s more than just face masks & scented candles (although those are nice too). for me, self care means setting boundaries, saying no when you need to and filling your cup so you can show up for yourself the way you do for others. and PLOT TWIST self care doesn’t have to be instagram-worthy, it can be taking a walk, taking a nap or ordering takeout from 18 different restaurants and bingeing Sex and The City for the entire day (no judgement here, I’ve done it). finally, self care is truly about doing what makes you feel good, no matter what that looks like or what pictures you decide to post on your instagram page.
so the next time you spill coffee on your favorite shirt, or light your toast on fire, give yourself permission to cut yourself some slack and remember to always make your self care journey a priority, even if that means occasionally setting off the fire alarm.
below, find a few of my favorite products that support my self care journey (but really just bring me immense joy). cheers! xoxo
- Facial Steamer- https://amzn.to/3UQE2Ck
- Silk Pillow Cases- https://amzn.to/4a9HOeh
- Adjustable Bath Tub Tray- https://amzn.to/4ahID4Q
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