agere tips for self care that don’t take too much effort
i often struggle with things other people might find easy. for example, self care is extremely difficult for me. here are some tips for self care that hopefully can help you too if you can relate (*^ω^*)
💛 if you can’t brush your teeth, swish your mouth with some mouthwash. takes less energy <3
🩵 buy yourself a toothbrush you like! if you want that super cute kids brush, get it if you want!
💛if you hate the taste of the typical minty toothpaste, try different flavors! even kids one’s :)
🩵if you can’t wash your face, run a washcloth under some hot (not burning hot, just nice and toasty!) water. wring it out a bit and put it on your face for as long as feels comfortable. you can even gently rub your skin with the cloth :D
💛shower one part (or a few if you feel up to it) of your body at a time in the shower. for example - one day, wash your hair, another day, another part of your body.
🩵 use shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in scents you like <3
💛 if hot shower water sensory issues are an issue for you too, lukewarm or even cool water can be less stimulating!
🩵shower with a paci! this has helped me before, especially when i need to shower but am stuck in baby mode.
💛 it’s okay to sit on the floor of your shower or tub. i like to place a washcloth where I’ll be sitting so im not directly on the slippery floor.
🩵listen to soft ambient music in the shower or while doing your self care. I personally like to listen to animal crossing soundtracks!
💛 if you have time, put on positive affirmations on YouTube and repeat them. It helps to boost your mood a lot!
🩵 if you want to get yourself to drink more water, go ahead and use powder/drops of flavors to add to your drink! it can make it more fun to drink water.
💛use a water bottle you love! if you love it, you’re more likely to use it!
🩵 eat microwaved/easy to prepare meals if you can’t find the energy to cook. if that’s still too much (no shame there my friend!) just having some snacks help so much. I love trail mix!
💛drink more from sippy cups and eat from children’s dishware if you can <3
just because others find things easier than you do, that does not make you any less of a wonderful person! it’s okay to do what you need to do to make life more accessible or easier. listen to yourself and your body, you are a wonderful being who deserves to be happy <3
