With Valentine’s day, the season of love is here. We tend to be quite romantic when it comes to ideas for celebrating the day and spoiling our partner. But what about ourselves? You deserve love too, and not just from others. It needs to start with yourself. So how do you care for yourself during the season of love? Practise self-love with those simple self-care Valentine’s tips. You can also view a video with the tips on TikTok or IG.
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Self-love tips you can easily do and not just on Valentine’s Day
1. Positive Affirmations – wake up with positive thoughts. If the last few days have been hard for you, look into the mirror and say to yourself, ‘I have got it’. Look at yourself in the mirror with the eyes of a loving mother. Don’t be your own worst critic, rather a mother who loves her child unconditionally and be that mother to yourself. Wrap yourself into this blanket of softness and compassion. ‘I’m enough, I’m loved’, should be the words you tell yourself not only today but every day – because you are!
2. Get hydrated – I have a drink with every meal, but this is not enough. We need to make sure I drink the 6 to 8 cups or glasses of fluid that the Eatwell guide recommends. And why is it crucial to make sure we stay hydrated during the day? Studies show that our mood decreases with dehydration. Whilst the ability to concentrate and memory are both adversely impacted. Therefore whatever your plans today, make sure you stay well hydrated.
3. Indulge yourself – after all, it is Valentine’s day. The day of love, so get pampering yourself. If you are lucky enough, why not book a spa day? I hear you now… Spa, on my own? But why not? According to the Good Spa Guide, solo spa-goers actually demonstrate strength and independence. They value their ‘me time’ and look after their mental, physical and spiritual health. However, if you haven’t managed to organise a spa day or you feel more comfortable creating your own at-home spa, then do so. Light some candles, put some relaxing music on and have a long, hot soak with a book and a glass of bubbly or cup of herbal tea, the choice is yours.
4. Treat yourself – now you feel mellow and relaxed, you don’t want to think about cooking tonight! Treat yourself to takeaway! Yes, it may not be the healthiest option, but if you only order it very rarely, then tonight will be a good occasion. However, if you are worried about the calories, then there are a few tricks to make your takeaway healthier. Are you ordering fish and chips tonight? What about non-battered fish and a small portion of chips? Are you opting for Chinese? What about swapping deep-fried appetizers for vegetable-based dishes? I love Pak Choi and bamboo shoots.
5. Unplug and recharge – do something good for your body, mind and soul. Cut out stressors and any triggers and let go of negative thoughts. Surround yourself with positive vibes. Observe your feeling, and if you are becoming frustrated, angry, overwhelmed or anxious ground yourself. Take a deep breath and focus on your surroundings. Trade your phone for a book, venture outside into nature, take up a hobby or try meditation, and make sure you get enough sleep.
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Do something good for yourself – love yourself!
Occasions such as Valentine’s day can be hard for some people. Perhaps your relationship broke down recently, or you have been single for a very long time and lost hope of finding the right partner. But you need to show yourself as much love as you want to receive from others, especially during tough times. So love yourself as much as you can, there is no logical reason why you shouldn’t. Whatever your relationship situation, never forget to show yourself some love. Learn to enjoy spending time with yourself. You don’t have to be lonely just because you are single. You have yourself – you have the best company you could get. And following the above tips will help you to show yourself the love and affection you deserve. Self-love isn’t selfish, it’s important, and not just on Valentine’s Day.
So, happy Valentine’s Day, to yourself most of all!
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Thank you for these simple but powerful tips! I feel so tired now with two small kids, and I definitely gonna treat myself on valentines day. And then my husband! Kids will wait.
Thank you for sharing! I’m glad that the tips have been helpful. Enjoy your ‘me time’ and then a lovely time with your husband…everything else can wait. Happy Valentine’s Day!
These are great tips. I love the stats on doing a solo spa day – now I’m definitely signing myself up for one!
Great! I’m going for a solo spa day next week, I feel my body will benefit from it enormously. Enjoy your spa day – you deserve it!
Great tips! i think I’m gonna unplug this year as my gift to myself ♥
This is such an important gift, something we all need. Thank you!
Unplugging and recharging is a must several times a year.
Indeed! So important… Thank you so much!
Great tips! I love making Valentine’s Day about self-love. A couple of years ago, my husband and I did a salt cave for Valentine’s day. Smells like the ocean, even though we were in the frigid midwest 😂
Thank you for sharing!
Last year I got a facial just to treat myself and I loved it. I loved all of these self love tips.
That’s so great, I’m going this year! It’s a necessity, not a luxury, and we deserve it! Thank you so much!
You do have to love yourself first, for sure! Thanks for all the great ideas. What is the saying? You can’t pour from an empty cup. It’s so important to make sure we take care of ourselves no matter our relationship status.
Self love is definitely NOT selfish! Love this post. Taking care of yourself enables you continue to give out to others. Thank you for sharing another lovely post this Valentine’s Day. 🤗
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You are so right – indeed, it isn’t selfish. Thank you so much, and Happy Valentine’s Day!
I love self love on Valentine’s day
So do I, any day really… Happy Valentine’s Day!
Love this! Self-love is so important!
It really is! Thank you so much. Happy Valentine’s Day!
This is nice. I also like to do things for a bunch of people too, without having to focus only on ‘couple love’
Indeed, spreading the love around… Happy Valentine’s Day!
Self care is so important.
Indeed! Thank you. Happy Valentine’s Day!
When we love ourselves, we can resonate this love to others. Love is not always outbound. Thanks for the remind to give ourselves back some love. Since I am not feeling well this time, hydrate and rest are perfect self-love tips for me.
Yes, these are all crucial for proper self-care. They are my daily habits as well.
I love all of these ideas! Do most of them except need to get better at unplug and recharge ( from technology)
Beautiful message and ideas for a day of L.O.V.E. … when we love ourselves then that radiates effortlessly on to others.
I have to remember to regularly unplug and recharge. Like many, sometimes I get lost in the internet rabbit hole.
I love these self-care tips, especially for Valentine’s Day!
Thank you, I’m glad that you find it helpful and useful.
Love this.
Thank you so much!
Great points!
You are so right. Valentines Day is about love so why not make it a reason to focus on self-love.
This post is right on! We can treat ourselves on Valentines and don’t have to wait on others to make the day special!
I love self-care tips, because if you take care of you everything else will get taking care of too. Thank you.
I love the ideas of using positive affirmations and unplugging! I need to spend some time away from electronics and recharging myself. Thanks for sharing!
A timely post as we start the month of love. Practical ideas for a perfect valentine day!
I will follow all these 5 tips – and am so excited to treat myself well (especially considering I’m sick)…
Will be following up on your ideas this month! 🙂
Great tips! It’s so important to show ourselves love. Thank you for sharing!
Your blog post offers wonderful and accessible self-love ideas for Valentine’s Day. I appreciate the emphasis on simplicity and self-care, making it easy for anyone to practice self-love. These ideas are a fantastic reminder that love starts from within.