7 Kind Things to do for Yourself Today ...

We live in such a rush-rush world, wouldn't you agree? It is hurry here and hurry there. This amounts to an unbelievable amount of stress on our shoulders and leaves us feeling exhausted. One of the kindest things to do for yourself is to slow down. Don’t pressure yourself to get absolutely everything done in one day. It will be there tomorrow.

A wonderfully kind thing to do for yourself is to enjoy the moment that you are in right now. A lot of moments go by in our life and we don’t fully appreciate them because we are stressed or our mind is somewhere else. Allow yourself to simply savor what today, what this moment, has to offer you. Capture special moments in your memory by being fully present in them. Making the choice to enjoy the moment can make you feel so joyful.

Fresh air is good for us, body and soul. It is a good idea to make sure that you get some each and every day. Take a walk on your lunch hour or whenever time allows you to do so. Sit on your porch or stoop for a little while after dinner each evening. This one simple thing can give you a whole new perspective on your life. We tend to be able to see things a little differently after some quiet moments such as those that occur when we make it a point to get some fresh air.

Most of us are unnecessarily hard on ourselves. I know that I am. We all need to realize that if we are doing our best, that is good enough. Realizing that we have limitations is a healthy step. It reduces unnecessary stress.

Instead of going full tilt all of the time, take some breaks now and then. I know life is busy and full of obligations and commitments but it helps if you can get a break. It can actually make you more productive in the long run. Do something you enjoy and you will feel re-energized. It is a good choice for your mental health.

Having a treat is a great way to be kind to yourself. It can be a food treat but there are many other options as well. Maybe you are lusting for a new pair of jeans. There might be a new book out you would love to read. It is healthy and kind to treat yourself now and then.

Hobbies are good for us. They give us something to do that we truly enjoy. Everyone needs a hobby. If you don’t have a hobby, spend some time thinking about what you might enjoy. Try some different hobbies out until you find something that you really enjoy.

Being kind to ourselves is something almost all of us could work on doing better at. What is your favorite way to be kind to yourself? You could inspire the rest of us by sharing!