12 Ways to Add More Positivity to Your Life Self-care is essential when it comes to maintaining a healthy relationship with your one true love: yourself. Not only does self-care generate positive feelings, it can also lead to stronger confidence and higher self-esteem.
Stephen Holt, MD, PhD, FACP February 13, 2017
12 Ways to Take Care of and Celebrate Yourself
Get a massage! Read how massage can reduce stress, pain, insomnia and more .
Gift yourself with a piece of jewelry.
Visit a museum. Sometimes you just need to surround yourself with beauty to rejuvenate the soul.
Make a list of your accomplishments. Listing your accomplishments reminds you of the wonderful qualities and skills you offer this world.
Set a date with your friends and cook a fancy meal together, with everyone pitching in and enjoying the process - as well as the meal!
Walk a dog. Even if you don't have a dog, shelters are always looking for volunteers to walk dogs and visit with the cats.
Enjoy some gourmet chocolate or coffee, or both.
Dress up to feel good all day.
Catch a movie with friends.
Scrub up! The middle of winter is the perfect time for a body scrub or treatment to rejuvenate your skin.
Donate to your favorite charity. Nothing helps you appreciate what you have like charitable giving.
Get physical. A good workout or hike (weather permitting) with friends is a great way to stay healthy and lift your spirits.
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