15 Spring Self Care Ideas to Add To Your Routine

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Spring is here! Let’s celebrate the season of new beginnings with 15 Spring self-care ideas and activities to rejuvenate our body and soul.

Spring is a time of renewal and and a time of new beginnings. It is a great time for a fresh start, a new daily routine and a little self-care. Self-care is something we should make a priority all of the time not just in the Spring. So if it is not something that comes natural to you, this is your chance to make a change. Taking care of yourself is as important as taking care of all of the people in your life. In fact it is even more important because if you are not well how can your care for them? Why not start with these 15 Spring self-care ideas and activities.

15 Self-care Ideas for Spring

A spring self-care routine can be as simple as, adding quiet time to your day or time to enjoy a cup of tea with a friend, reading a good book, going on a nature walk, taking up a new hobby or an online course. The best spring-self care ideas are the ones that leave you feeling fulfilled, happy and energized.

1. Get Outside

Make time to get outside everyday and get some fresh air. Soak up some vitamin D, enjoy the suns’ warmth on your skin, take a daily walk, a bike ride or simply sit and enjoy the sounds of nature. Maybe even start eating lunch outside so that you can enjoy nature and give yourself a boost to get through your work day. Don’t forget your sunscreen.

2. Clean Your Closets

Purge your closet of your winter wardrobe and make room for your spring outfits. Sort out and donate whatever you do not want, that doesn’t fit or doesn’t make you feel amazing.The rest, move to the back of the closet or to store until Fall. If you need a few new outfits or dresses for spring and summer check out these midi and maxi dresses.

3. Spring Clean Your Whole House

Spring cleaning is cathartic and makes your home feel ready for the new season. It’s the perfect time to do a deep clean of your house; throw open the windows, let in some cool crisp air and get rid of the stale air from winter. Scrub the floors of the salt and dirt, change out your down bedding and flannel sheets for cotton or linen sheets and lighter blankets. Wash the baseboards, the walls, pillows and cushions, as well as, the carpets and rugs. Tackle all of the chores that you do once or twice a year.

4. Give Yourself Flowers

Treat yourself to a bouquet of your favorite fresh flowers. Make a few little arrangements, one for your bedside table or vanity, maybe one on your desk or the kitchen or bathroom counter. Put these little pops of color and scent wherever you will enjoy seeing and smelling them.

Or you could go outside and forage for flowering branches or flowers from your garden. I love to add fresh herbs to my arrangements or other greens from my plants and trees outside. When flowers are scarce make bouquets of fresh herbs and have them on the counter in the kitchen to add a bit of color to the house.

5. Change Your Menu

Why not change your menu? Transition from the heavy comfort foods of fall and winter, add some Spring fresh fruits and vegetables, like carrots, asparagus, strawberries, blueberries, etc. Try some new recipes and make yourself some colorful salads, lighter soups(there are still chilly nights),or easy sheet pan dinners with lots of vegetables. If you need a few ideas check out this Article in Bon Appetit.

Spring self care ideas, red tomatoes and herbs spilling out of a galvanized bucket.

Fresh Tomatoes and herbs.

6. Plant a Garden

Plant a garden or plant a few containers, sow some seeds or buy some plants from the local nursery. If you do not have room for a full scale garden or you do not have a green thumb(ME) plant containers or window boxes with your favorite flowers, herbs and vegetables. They will add a little or a lot of color and will definitely brighten your spirits each time you come home.

7. Wash Your Car

Wash your car to get rid of the winter salt and grime. Then clean the inside of the dust, dirt and extraneous winter mittens, scarves and other items that you will need for next year. Put on your bike rack so that you are ready for the next few months.

8. Re-visit Your Skin and Beauty Routine

The cold winter weather is harsh on our skin, as is being inside with the heat on so be sure that you are moisturizing your skin. Look at your winter makeup and and maybe change it out for some brighter colors,or just use less. Change up your skincare routine, maybe add some new products that are lighter and work for the warmer weather ahead. Don’t forget your SPF. On that note, schedule an appointment with your dermatologist for your yearly mole and skin screening.

9. Plan a Day out or Maybe a Summer Trip

Take a day trip, visit a favorite place or even somewhere new. Maybe this summer visit a few National Parks near you. For just $80 a year you can visit over 2000 National Parks and recreation sites across the country. Spending time in the great outdoors is not only a good time but it raises your energy levels, and can improve your mental health, lower your anxiety and stress.

Image Nora Murphy Country House

10.Redecorate a Room

Freshen up a room in your house and give yourself a whole new living space. You can make amazing changes with a can of paint or a few pillows and accessories. Or make a room outside in the garden or on the porch. Challenge yourself to redecorate only using things in your house or add a few new things from a thrift store.

11. Create a Vision Board for a New Season and Your New Vision

If you already have a vision board take a look at it and see what’s changed? Have you accomplished a few of your goals? If so maybe you want to add new ones? If you have never made one this is a great opportunity to take stock of your goals, dreams, and visions for the season, the year and beyond and put them on paper or on your computer. You can make one here.

12. Limit Your Time on Social Media

The world is an amazing and beautiful place, take a social media detox and enjoy your world, your friends and your family, not the world portrayed on those little squares. Plan a day at the beach, take a walk in the woods, or spend an evening playing games with family and friends. Here are a few of our favorite games and puzzles. Don’t let the beautiful sunny days go to waste because soon it will be winter again.

13. Schedule “Me Time”

“Me time” is always a good idea, even if it is just 10 or 15 minutes a day. Take time to journal, meditate, read a chapter from a new book, take a quick walk. Give yourself time to rest, regroup, reflect and relax.

14. Visit the Farmers Market

The warmer weather means the farmer’s market is open again. A visit on the weekend to your local farmers market is a great way to check out the seasonal foods, join the local community, to enjoy fresh food and maybe a little time with a good friend.

15. Schedule a Spa Day

If you need a little break from the demands of daily life treat yourself to a spa day at home. Itt is an easy way to lower your stress levels and rejuvenate your spirit. Here are a few suggestions:

Manicure
Pedicure
A long soak in the bath with bubbles or bath oils
Face Mask
Body Scrub
Self Tan
Hair oil treatment

What are you doing to care for yourself this spring season?

Do you feel as if Spring is a time of year for renewal or do you think that is in January with the start of the new year?

What are some of your favorite self-care activities?

THAT’S ALL FOR NOW

I hope that you enjoyed my 15 self care tips for Spring. Have a great day and thank you for spending part of it with me.

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