There are numerous self care tips everywhere, but one in particular might be the only one that you need. It’s the art of organization. While that might not seem like it’s taking care of yourself, it does more than you know.

Disorganization can affect all areas of your body as well as boost your stress level. Sometimes a lack of organization happens for a period of time such as during a holiday when there are packages and people everywhere.

You get out of your normal routine. But most of the time, disorganization happens because you don’t practice self care in that area of your life. When it comes to disorganization, most people automatically think of things like a home where clutter is piled everywhere.

But disorganization can also happen in other areas like your car, your purse, your finances, your schedule, your to-do list, and your relationships. Clutter, regardless of what form it takes, causes your brain to work harder and try to sort through the mess to find out what should be done next. Continue reading →

Are you a perfectionist? If you often set unrealistically high standards for yourself, then you probably are. On the surface, being a perfectionist doesn’t seem like such a bad thing.

It’s true that having high expectations for yourself can be beneficial – but if you take it to extremes, it can get in the way of your happiness, well-being, and ability to care for yourself.

If you’re a perfectionist, these self-care tips will help you learn to treat yourself more gently and accept yourself just as you are.

Talk to Yourself in a Kind, Encouraging Way

Think about how you’d talk to a good friend if they made a mistake at something. You wouldn’t call them names or say mean things to them. So why would you do that to yourself? Continue reading →