1. It’s Monday, and you might need some motivation today!

    Does this particular Monday have you down? Check out this interactive self care flow chart for people who are struggling. It’ll give you self care ideas after you answer some simple questions. Seriously, it’s definitely worth saving as a bookmark on rough days. You might just want to use this everyday to check in on yourself.

     


  2. You are loved, needed, important, and irreplaceable. Even if the people around you don’t show you or tell you like they should. Always know it. Unconditionally, you are loved by the universe. Exactly as you are, you are absolutely essential here - to countless lives and to countless moments, including those that are only yours.
    — Eve (justablueumbrella)

    (Source: justablueumbrella, via justablueumbrella)

     

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  5. no-more-ramen:

    Hi, lil’ chefs! Turned a self care post I saw on Facebook the other day into a cheery little composite image to keep at my desk at work. Sharing in case it would be helpful for anyone else! ☺️💕

    source: https://www.facebook.com/MadameLayDeBug/posts/10154467880542346

     

  6. lah-disputes:

    I decided to create a masterpost that would help you with what you are struggling with. Hopefully any of the links below will help you!

    Reminder; You’re going to be okay. What you are going through will pass, just remember to breathe. 

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    Distractions;

    Here are some distractions to help keep your mind occupied so you aren’t too focused on your thoughts. 

    Sleep issues; 

     

    Uncomfortable with silence; 

    Anxiety; 


    Sad, angry and depressed/depression; 


    Isolation and loneliness; 

     

    Self-harm;


    Addiction; 

     

    Eating disorders; 

     

    Dealing with self-hatred;  

     

    Suicidal; 

     

    Schizophrenia;


    OCD;


    Borderline personality disorder; 

    Abuse; 

     

    Bullying;

     

    Loss and grief; 

    (Other loss and grief)

     

    Getting help; 


    Things you need to remember; 

    • - Don’t stress about being fixed because you’re not broken.
    • -Remember to remind yourself of your accomplishments. Tell yourself that you’re proud of yourself, even if you’re not. 
    • - This is temporary. You won’t always feel like this. 
    • -You are not alone. 
    • -You are enough. 
    • -You are important. 
    • -You are worth it. 
    • -You are strong. 
    • -You are not a failure, 
    • -Good people exist. 
    • -Reaching out shows strength. 
    • -Breathe. 
    • -Don’t listen to the thoughts that are not helping you. 
    • -Give yourself credit. 
    • -Don’t be ashamed of your emotions, for the good or bad ones. 
    • -Treat yourself the same way as you would treat a good friend. 
    • -Focus on the things you can change. 
    • -Let go of toxic people. 
    • -You don’t need to hide, you’re allowed to feel the way you do. 
    • -Try not to beat yourself up. 
    • -Something is always happening, you don’t want to miss out on what’s going to happen next. 
    • -You are not a bother.
    • -Your existence is more than your appearance. 
    • -You are smart. 
    • -You are loved. 
    • -You are wanted. 
    • -You are needed. 
    • -Better days are coming. 
    • -Just because your past is dark, doesn’t mean your future isn’t bright. 
    • -You have more potential than you think. 
    • - Your value doesn’t decrease based on someone’s inability to see your worth.


    Please remember to look after yourself and know that you are more than worth it and you deserve to be happy. Keep smiling butterflies x

     

    (via radselfcare)

     

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  8. what i remind myself, every day

     

  9. sydneybleedsadventure:

    I’m struggling so so much with this lately.

    (Source: tblaberge, via radselfcare)

     


  10. etherealimprint:

    My faves…

    6. Dial down your expectations of yourself at this time. When you’re going through life’s tough times, I invite you to soften your expectations of yourself and others.

    7. Tuck yourself into bed early with a good book and clean sheets.

    8. Watch a comforting/silly/funny/lighthearted TV show or movie. (“Parks and Recreation,” anyone?)

    11. Look at some some really gorgeous pieces of art

    15. Wrap yourself up in a cozy fleece blanket and sip a cup of hot tea.

    16. Breathe. Deeply. Slowly. Four counts in. Six counts out.

    17. Hydrate. Have you had enough water today?

     28. Cuddle someone or something. Your partner. A pillow. Your friend’s dog. 

     32. Write it out. Free form in a journal or a Google doc. Get it all out and vent. 

     52. Spend a little money and treat yourself to some self-care and comfort. Maybe take a taxi versus the bus. Buy your lunch instead of forcing yourself to pack it. Buy some flowers that delight you.

    53. Make art. Scribble with crayons. Splash some watercolors. Paint a rock. Whatever. Just create something.

    73. Put down the personal help books and pick up some good old fashioned fiction.

    79. If you want to stay in bed all day watching Netflix, do it. Indulge.

    85. Do some hardcore nesting and make your home or bedroom as  cozy and beautiful and comforting as possible.

    86. Get up early and watch a sunrise.

    87. Go outside and set up a chair and watch the sunset.

    99. Pray. Meditate. Write a letter to God/The Universe/Source/Your Higher Self, whatever you believe in.

    101. Finally, please remember, what you’re going through right now is temporary. It may not feel like that from inside the tough time you’re in, but this too shall pass and you will feel different again someday. If you can’t have faith in that, let me hold the hope for you.