7 SELF-CARE TIPS FOR YOUR HOME

I’m sharing about all aspects of self-care for your overall wellness in honor of September being Self-Care Awareness Month, which includes taking care of your home life. Your home should be your sanctuary and a place of peace and not a place that creates more stress for you with disorganization and chaos. In this blog, I’ll share 7 ways you can create a space of calm. 

1. Closet Cleanout: Get rid of at least 3 pieces of clothes, shoes, or accessories that you haven’t worn this year.

Closets can be one of the most stressful spaces in the home when disorganized and full of clutter. You can waste precious time and money when you aren’t able to see or find your items. Practice keeping your closet clean by regularly removing items you don’t use. 

One rule of thumb I personally use is to remove an item as I add an item. So if I’m going to buy new clothes, shoes or accessories, I have to really want them because I’m going to get rid of something old in the new item’s place. 

There is also a hanger trick, where you turn all your hangers in one direction and as you wear an item, you turn the hanger in the other direction. At the end of the season or year, remove any clothes that are on the hanger in the direction of those that were never worn. This can help keep closet clutter to a minimum!

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2. Bathroom Bliss: Add your favorite scent and calming music to your bath/shower time to create a spa-like experience.

When most people think of self-care, they think of trips to a spa. While I love a good spa day, they’re not always practical, so I like to find ways to get that spa-like experience at home. 

One of the ways you can do this is at your bath/shower time by adding some calming elements like your favorite scent with essential oils or a candle and some soothing music or your favorite nature sounds. 

Aromatherapy has an amazing soothing power and I add it into my evening shower meditations. My favorite scent is a lemongrass essential oil and I use a few drops of it in my shower and instantly feel a sense of relaxation and calm. 

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3. Kitchen Calm: Declutter your kitchen pantry, fridge and freezer by getting rid of any old or expired food. 

The kitchen is the heart of the home where nourishing yourself and loved ones should be a peaceful experience. Take time to regularly remove any old or expired food from your pantry, fridge and freezer. 

One way I keep up with this is by labeling everything I put in my fridge with what it is and the date with a sharpie and masking tape. This helps me keep track of the dates of everything and makes it easier for knowing when I need to throw things away.

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4. Bedroom Relaxation: Organize or throw away any clutter from your nightstands, dressers, or  sleeping area. 

Your bedroom should be a space for rest and relaxation. Having any type of clutter in your bedroom can impact your stress levels and quality of your sleep. Make sure to keep your bedroom a calming space by removing any clutter from your nightstands, dressers, or sleeping area. 

I make this a daily habit after making my bed each morning of moving anything that doesn’t belong in my bedroom, so that all is clear in the evening when it’s time for bed. 

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