SELF-CARE ISNT SELFISH | WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE Wednesday 24 June, 2020
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Do you practice good self-care? In times like we are living today I think we all need to up our self-care lifestyle.
Times are super stressful and chaotic but we have to bring ourselves down to earth. I have been doing so many things to keep myself sane and make sure I give myself self-care on the daily. I think people assume when you give yourself attention and practice a lot of self-care its a selfish act. I am here to tell you SELF-CARE ISNT SELFISH. You shouldn’t feel guilty for taking care of yourself and slowing down. So in honor of this enery, I would like to share 5 ways to improve your self-care routine.
5 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR SELF-CARE ROUTINE
SELF-CARE TIP #1 CREATE
So in this world of social distancing I have been creating more and more. I even expanded the Kiwi The Beauty brand to my own online store KIWI BEAUTY where I make statement earrings and pins. I love self-care so much I made statement earrings that boldly say “Self-Care Isnt Selfish”. I personally create these and other sayings and designs on my site here.
SELF-CARE TIP #2 SLEEP
I beg of you please get some sleep. A lot of stress and anxiety can be stirred up inside of you with lack of sleep. Please get your 8-10 hours of sleep and take a nap. That’s right you should take more naps when you can. Do not let anyone make you feel guilty for being tired, take the time to relax and sleep. Put your phone on Do Not Disturb or Silent and get the rest you need.
SELF-CARE TIP #3 COMMUNICATE MORE
I know many of us are social distancing or even long distance but now more than ever keep in touch with your friends and family more. Text, call and even Facetime/Zoom. You would be surprised how keeping a connection and communicating with people can do to your energy. Self-care is sharing a laugh or a moment and even having Stream Dates with people.
I host a #homebodybrunch with my friends every Sunday, so it a cute way to have brunch with my girlfriends from the comfort of my home. I block off time just to connect with them and see how we are all doing.
SELF-CARE TIP #4 ENJOY YOUR OWN COMPANY
Now although I said we should connect more, its also the time to enjoy your own company. Spend some me-time alone. Take yourself on a date, go to the park and walk, mediate in silence, or just do anything you would do with people by yourself. I thin sometimes we forget we can be our own best company.
SELF-CARE TIP #5 PMS RELIEF
Now this tip is strictly for the ladies. I feel like the best self-care is when you can manage your pms and menstrual symptoms. I really feel like around that time of the month I am extra sensitive and I need self-care the most. I am cranky, sensitive and in pain sometimes. I have found some amazing products that help relieve my stress and enhance my self-care needs when its that time of the month.
Trojan Vibrations Vibrating Fingertip Personal Massager
This unique vibrator attaches to your finger, giving you enhanced stimulation. The TROJAN Ultra Touch Intense Personal Massager puts big thrills at your fingertips. Because it’s worn directly on your finger, it has all the flexibility and rhythm of your finger — enhanced, of course, by a vibrator.
Fun Fact: Self-love is an important part of self-care. Since the start of social distancing, 29% of women are masturbating more and compared to men (6%), women are much more likely (15%) to be using more toys or vibrators when masturbating during this time.
Pamprin Menstrual Pain Relief
There’s no need to grin and bear it. Pamprin Max Pain + Energy was made specifically for your most painful days & formulated to relieve the discomfort of cramps, headaches & backaches – and provide you with the energy you need, for maximum strength results.
BOTA Skincare (Plant Based CBD Skincare)
BOTA Age-Defying Hand Lotion: plant-based ingredients, a non-greasy formula that absorbs quickly, and hemp extract. This hand lotion contains natural emollients and essential fatty acids that soothe and hydrates dry skin. All products contain less than 0.3% THC.
BOTA MUSCLE MELT CRÈME: Our ancestors have used cinnamon oil as a natural warming mechanism for centuries. So, the next time you have a draining day or complete a tough workout, melt away with BOTATM Warming Muscle Melt Crème. This crème combines warming cinnamon oil, shea butter, and hemp extract to help you unwind. All products contain less than 0.3% THC.
What are some of your go-to self-care routines?
About the Blogger - Kiwi the Beauty
Kiwi is the free spirited blogger and content creator of KiwiTheBeauty.com. As a digital influencer, she produces creative inspiration around beauty, lifestyle, media and travel leisure. Her life mantra is to make manifesting fun! When she’s not blogging, she is eating trendy hipster food, carrying crystals, making it rain at her local farmer's market and binge brunching.
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I’m all for self care, especially being pregnant and chasing a 2 year old daily. These products all sound great. Could definitely use that muscle Melt Creme right about now.
I am intrigued with the muscle cream. I need that in my life! I usually pamper me with a treat and a nice, quiet and relaxing bath. It’s my little slice of heaven. I’m definitely going to try your advice, thanks!
Self care is so incredibly important. If you can’t care for yourself, how can you really take care of others? Sleep is definitely high on my list. I get 9-10 hours a night. Sometimes I feel guilty, but my husband doesn’t seem to mind that I need a little extra. Enjoying my own company is also something I do by taking walks and just listening music.
Sleep is so important when it comes to feeling better and it is often overlooked and not thought about as self care. Handling stress is so much difficult when you are tired.
I’ve always said that more people should talk about sexual health. It’s STILL so taboo! It’s important to take care of yourself on every level. I love this.
There are so many things we are doing now that are different. It sure makes me appreciate all we took for granted. I hope I don’t forget to remain grateful as our new normal comes into play.
Loving yourself is one of the greatest things you can do for yourself. Putting yourself first, helps you to help people around you better. Lovely article.
Self-care reduces the negative effects of stress: A small amount of stress can serve a purpose, but after a while, it just breaks down your mind and body. Taking care of yourself means keeping your stress from taking over so you can function at full capacity. It’s important to take care of ourselves.
I love the earrings, they are so great! What a great idea to print motivational quotes on earrings. You look great and you definitely deserve some self-care!
Hi Kiwi. thank you for sharing your self-care routines. It gave me ideas to improve my routines in this time of covid19 we are not only taking/eating nutritious fodd but also we must improve our self-care routines to fight covid19.
Self care isn’t selfish. Totally agree with you. Since quarantine started I’m taking more “me” time. All these products sound amazing. I need to check out that CBD oil products.
I don’t think spending time for yourself is being selfish. I wish more people would understand that. Practicing self care allows us to take care of others. As they say, “you cannot pour from an empty cup.”
Thank you for sharing it helps me a lot. Now, I have experience on Genuine Haarlem Oil who helps to recover the pains of my mother. Very effective food supplements it can help also to boost your immune system. btw. I love your article you shared on us.
I’m all for self care, especially being pregnant and chasing a 2 year old daily. These products all sound great. Could definitely use that muscle Melt Creme right about now.
i rarely wear makeup so my go-to is cleanser, toner and a sunscreen/facial lotion. happy self-caring!
I am intrigued with the muscle cream. I need that in my life! I usually pamper me with a treat and a nice, quiet and relaxing bath. It’s my little slice of heaven. I’m definitely going to try your advice, thanks!
Taking care of ourselves is a great right that I share even more with excellent methods and products like these.
Sleep more, watch a movie or two and listen to reggae music!
I love this post! Especially this: “I think sometimes we forget we can be our own best company.” I’ll add breathing to my self care list.
Those earrings are SO FUN. And you are so right, self-care is IMPORTANT and definitely NOT selfish.
I love this list. Apricot oil is my favorite.
When it comes to self-care, I’ve been failing miserably. I need to start putting my needs first.
These are very useful.Thanks for posting.My favorite is sleep.
Great product suggestions. I think there’s a few I should get for my girlfriend. Thanks for this interesting article
I have seen this box around. It is really nice. I would love to try the Muscle Melt creme. I love the warming feature.
I have read of this box and I love the products but unfortunately they donot deliver in India.
Self care is so incredibly important. If you can’t care for yourself, how can you really take care of others? Sleep is definitely high on my list. I get 9-10 hours a night. Sometimes I feel guilty, but my husband doesn’t seem to mind that I need a little extra. Enjoying my own company is also something I do by taking walks and just listening music.
Self care is so important and not selfish at all. Besides, how can you take care of others, if you’re not taken care of either?
Self care is indeed important. and those products are perfect for self pampering. Gonna check all of these.
I just love all the goodies in this box. And the earrings you make are pretty fab too!
Sleep is so important when it comes to feeling better and it is often overlooked and not thought about as self care. Handling stress is so much difficult when you are tired.
Interesting choice of items! I love pamprin
I’ve always said that more people should talk about sexual health. It’s STILL so taboo! It’s important to take care of yourself on every level. I love this.
I enjoyed reading this post. I think self-care is so underrated, and is something more of us should practice. An inspiring and relevant read.
I really loved this topic. I really love self care routine ideas. And I admire people who doesn’t forget their self care routines
Thank you for all of the great tips above! For my self care routine, I definitely need to improve my sleep routine!
I really enjoy my own company especially when I’m having my period and brustan really helps with period pains.
There are so many things we are doing now that are different. It sure makes me appreciate all we took for granted. I hope I don’t forget to remain grateful as our new normal comes into play.
I have read a lot about these products and seriously inspired to have soon..Thanks for sharing the review..these really looks so effective and useful…
I KNOW I need to sleep more! I’m tired as I type this comment – it’s hard to get sleep sometimes for me!
That his awesome products for women. The CBD cream must be amazing.
Loving yourself is one of the greatest things you can do for yourself. Putting yourself first, helps you to help people around you better. Lovely article.
It’s important to take some time our of our busy schedules to focus on ourselves .. .and definitely not selfish!
This box is very enticing! I have seen this doing rounds on the internet and for all the good reasons! 🙂 Yes, self-care is never sselfish!
self care is super important. if we don’t take care of ourselves we can’t really take care of others.
Self-care reduces the negative effects of stress: A small amount of stress can serve a purpose, but after a while, it just breaks down your mind and body. Taking care of yourself means keeping your stress from taking over so you can function at full capacity. It’s important to take care of ourselves.
I’m all for self care but I’ve not been putting much time into myself lately…and i need to!
Since COVID, I’ve started a pretty thorough skin care routine as my form of self-care and have been loving it!
I love the earrings, they are so great! What a great idea to print motivational quotes on earrings. You look great and you definitely deserve some self-care!
Self care is soooo important! Thanks for sharing these ideas
Pamprin Max Pain + Energy sounds good. I’ll buy it soon in the Pharmacy.
I make my own jewelry too but I am a beadworker so it’s a bit different 🙂
Self care is very much important and must never be forgotten. We have to take care of ourselves because it is a gift from God.
Self-care during PMS is super important! Hot bubble baths help with cramps and back pain.
I got to admit that I am fully distracted and more interested in your fabulous earrings! Did you make them?
Yes I totally agree with giving yourself a good pampering or getting yourself ready. Interesting products you got there.
During these lockdown days, I have considered my self-care as a priority. Great ways to improve self-care routine.
Self Care too much important our self that why we need to take food supplements for our healthy body.
Thanks for this article.
Self-care actually makes you more effective and energetic. And we shouldn’t feel guilty when we pamper ourselves.
Self care is important thing to do. It makes you feel better and gives you a push foward
Hi Kiwi. thank you for sharing your self-care routines. It gave me ideas to improve my routines in this time of covid19 we are not only taking/eating nutritious fodd but also we must improve our self-care routines to fight covid19.
These pictures are fantastic! Great job girly!
These are lovely tips. Selfcare is definitely an essential part of our lives.
Skin care and pampering is so important. I haven’t done this in a while cuz of lockdown, will do this soon.
Self care isn’t selfish. Totally agree with you. Since quarantine started I’m taking more “me” time. All these products sound amazing. I need to check out that CBD oil products.
I don’t think spending time for yourself is being selfish. I wish more people would understand that. Practicing self care allows us to take care of others. As they say, “you cannot pour from an empty cup.”
Thank you for sharing it helps me a lot. Now, I have experience on Genuine Haarlem Oil who helps to recover the pains of my mother. Very effective food supplements it can help also to boost your immune system. btw. I love your article you shared on us.