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5 Low or No-Cost Self-Care Ideas
Developing a self-care routine doesn’t mean you have to treat yourself to expensive luxuries and spend a lot of money. True self-care is more about listening to your mind, body AND budget and doing what works for you. It’s about showing yourself the love that you so freely give to everyone else and making the time to put yourself first. There are plenty of ways you can do this without breaking the bank.
Here are 5 self-care ideas that won’t mess up your budget.
1. Read a good book: When was the last time you picked up a good book and read it just for fun? We get so busy with life that we rarely allow ourselves time for a cheap luxury like this. If you don’t have any books at home, hit up the library and check out some for free. Take a time out from all the mindless scrolling on your phone and curl up on the couch with a good book instead. Reading is a great way to temporarily escape and unwind after a long day and the best part is, it’s totally free.
2. Dance Your Heart Out: There is something to be said about blasting some music and having a dance party in your own kitchen. Make an uplifting playlist and set aside a time each day to get your body moving and your blood pumping. Allow yourself the space to be silly and free of judgment. Don’t worry about looking goofy, just let yourself feel the music and take note of how it shifts your…
