This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Texas chapter.
1. Quality Time
Spending time with yourself and doing things you love. Find warmth in the time you spend with yourself.
- taking yourself on datesÂ
- watching a meaningful movie you enjoyÂ
- enjoying the sunsetÂ
- listening to musicÂ
- cooking/baking
2. Words of Affirmation
Use yourself to build yourself up. Give yourself positive talks and encourage yourself.
- performing positive self-talkÂ
- journaling
- watching TED-TalksÂ
- keeping a gratitude jarÂ
- complimenting yourself
3. Physical Touch
Focusing on your physical well-being and on things that make your body feel good.
- building a healthy dietÂ
- exercising  Â
- taking dance classesÂ
- using soft blankets/ wearing comfortable clothing
- working on a skincare routine
4. Acts of ServiceÂ
Give yourself what you need when you need it. Do things for yourself. Take care of your basic needs.
- going to therapyÂ
- cleaning your roomÂ
- making a schedule for the weekÂ
- preparing healthy mealsÂ
- delegating activitiesÂ
5. Receiving Gifts
Spending money on things that make you happy. Don’t be afraid to treat yourself.
- taking yourself out for dinnerÂ
- buying flowers for yourself
- going on a solo tripÂ
- enroll in fun classesÂ
- investing in yourself