Week 5 in 52 weeks of couples counseling homework - self care. Take care of yourself to have a healthy relationship
Date Yo' Self!
Treat Yourself! Self Care Week 1
I have made big lists on self-care and have posted about my lists. The other day I thought to myself, when I see those big lists that others put together, it sometimes feels overwhelming. So this time I am going to tell you guys just one little thing you can do to take care of yourself, and you can decide if you want to try it out or not. If you think you want to try it, do it daily or every few days for one week and see how it goes.
Things you will need:
A bathtub or a hot tub
Candles, many of them
Something to set them on
Matches
Cozy robe or your favorite towel
Neck rest / rolled up towel
Optional:
Bubble bath
A book
Music
Lights / no lights
Locked door
Incense
This is time out for you and nobody is allowed to intrude or come to you with problems.
**Disclaimer**I have to give full credit to my husband who is “making” me do this several times a week and I loooove it. It was his idea. He actually set this all up for me, but anybody can set this up and do it for themselves and it will still feel amazing.
Enjoy week #1! Each week we will add a new self-care habit to keep you refreshed and focused on yourself.
Always remember, you are not able to fully give to others or to your relationship if you are depleted and drained. This is the year of YOU. Take charge and be selfish in the best possible way so that you can give in the best possible way.
Carrie