FabSwingers.com forum: Self care days

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

How often do you purposely take self-care days?

It’s so important to physical and mental health to press pause occasionally and just take the day off from life as much as you can.

Today, I’m wrapping up in a warm blanket, drinking coffee and watching Netflix.

Ice cream Donations welcome

What’s do you do on your self care days?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

Personally to switch off I head to the hills or forest. Grab my trusty day sack, jetboil, brew kit, food and a book. Put the lead on the dog and head out for the day. Somewhere away from the crowds. Climb a hill and find a nice spot, a nice view out of the wind and make a brew and enjoy some me time.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Weekly!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Days? Never. The odd hour here and there.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Weekly! "

That’s awesome

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Days? Never. The odd hour here and there."

Same. If I have free days there's a waiting list of stuff to do but I try and make it enjoyable.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As often as time permits

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Days? Never. The odd hour here and there."

Try a full day. It’s the best

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Rarely a day. I may grab a few hours here and there.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Days? Never. The odd hour here and there.

Same. If I have free days there's a waiting list of stuff to do but I try and make it enjoyable."

If they’ve waited this long they can wait another day

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Days? Never. The odd hour here and there.

Try a full day. It’s the best"

Single parent, never happens!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

Yep

I take them when I can, if in dire need of rest it usually involves bed, Netflix and cups of tea.

I nap to recharge most days anyway!!

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By *eliWoman
over a year ago

Every few months or so? I don't need them more than that but can appreciate others might.

What I do depends on how I'm feeling and what I need. Self care to me can be anything from going for a jog and then going to my friend's yoga studio if I'm feeling lethargic and like I need that kick up the arse, a chance to revitalize my weary self.

Or it might involve me going for a long walk around the woods or a local(ish) reservoir and stopping and appreciating nature, realising how lucky I am. That's good for times when I need to snap out of my self indulgent wallowing.

Or it could be baking a cake, embracing the more hygge pace of life with lighting candles, running therapeutic hot baths, wearing clothes that feel soft, catching up with friends and nourishing my soul.

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By *rMojoRisinMan
over a year ago

Sheffield

I’ll be joining you, metaphorically, today. I’ve got a nice breakfast planned, some radio I want to catch up on, blanket wrapped, later I’ll watch a movie before Sunday dinner for one.

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By *ea monkeyMan
over a year ago

Manchester (he/him)

Making time for yourself in a busy life is important. I’d say that too much time to yourself can be just as damaging as not enough as well.

Mental health, just as with physical health, is all about balance

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By *rincess peachWoman
over a year ago

shits creek

Nowhere near enough. In fact I've been more self harming than self caring for the last year plus.

I've put loads of weight on, only exercise I've been doing has been my job and I know I've been comfort eating all the shit foods at all the wrong times.

I look in the mirror and hate the reflection I see. Not because I hate myself, but I know the work I've got to do to get where I want to be is hard and I don't have the motivation to do it. I barely have the motivation to leave my bed on my days off.

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By *agneto.Man
over a year ago

Bham

I call it a lazy day rather than a self care day, that makes me cringe a little.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

Yep

I take them when I can, if in dire need of rest it usually involves bed, Netflix and cups of tea.

I nap to recharge most days anyway!!

That sounds perfect for me today

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Every few months or so? I don't need them more than that but can appreciate others might.

I started to read about hygge. I need to get back to it. Thanks for the idea as I might include that today as well

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have to admit I don’t, I know I 100% need but never take the time, my mind always just says to me to keep busy and things will pass but they never do

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By *oxyvixen99Woman
over a year ago

Newtownabbey

I try and have an hour most evenings once the house is quiet. I also have a half day every 3 weeks for proper pampering where I get my nails, waxing and other treatments done

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

Yep

I take them when I can, if in dire need of rest it usually involves bed, Netflix and cups of tea.

I nap to recharge most days anyway!!

That sounds perfect for me today"

Head to Alport castles it’s a great walk missed by the throngs as it’s nit an easy route to follow at times

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I’ll be joining you, metaphorically, today. I’ve got a nice breakfast planned, some radio I want to catch up on, blanket wrapped, later I’ll watch a movie before Sunday dinner for one. "

You make the breakfast, I’ll do the coffee

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By *tarflyLouWoman
over a year ago

Preston

Not allowed here! Been poorly and done nothing for over a week and felt bad enough about that.

Enjoy your time today x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!! "

What’s the movie recommendations? If they’re 80s classics like breakfast club budge up

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not as often as I need them. I keep saying thi no a will settle and then I will. However next weekend I’m taking some much needed time out.

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By *rMojoRisinMan
over a year ago

Sheffield

"I’ll be joining you, metaphorically, today. I’ve got a nice breakfast planned, some radio I want to catch up on, blanket wrapped, later I’ll watch a movie before Sunday dinner for one.

You make the breakfast, I’ll do the coffee

Sounds like a plan

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

As long as you’re watching 89s action movies it’s a big thumbs up from Chuck Norris.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!! "

God yes I’m now adding a long hot shower to todays list. I maybe gone some time

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By *rMojoRisinMan
over a year ago

Sheffield

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!! "

Ditto!

Well, I’m on breakfast duty, The Bearded Guy’s on coffee, you do the tea and pick the film.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

Ditto!

Well, I’m on breakfast duty, The Bearded Guy’s on coffee, you do the tea and pick the film.

The film needs to be something I don’t have to think too hard about

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Not as often as I need them. I keep saying thi no a will settle and then I will. However next weekend I’m taking some much needed time out. "

A weekend sounds like a much needed break

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By *rMojoRisinMan
over a year ago

Sheffield

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

Ditto!

Well, I’m on breakfast duty, The Bearded Guy’s on coffee, you do the tea and pick the film.

The film needs to be something I don’t have to think too hard about

The cinematic equivalent of zopiclone for me!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

What’s the movie recommendations? If they’re 80s classics like breakfast club budge up

Currently Total Recall the remake but I’ll watch anything! Plenty of room in the king size bed

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

God yes I’m now adding a long hot shower to todays list. I maybe gone some time

You know those showers where you just stand there with the water hitting your neck, taking in the warmth…..and not feeling guilty for being in there for ages!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

What’s the movie recommendations? If they’re 80s classics like breakfast club budge up

Currently Total Recall the remake but I’ll watch anything! Plenty of room in the king size bed

Does the lady still

Have three boobs in that re make?

I’m in

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

Ditto!

Well, I’m on breakfast duty, The Bearded Guy’s on coffee, you do the tea and pick the film.

The film needs to be something I don’t have to think too hard about

The cinematic equivalent of zopiclone for me!

I’m now thinking zoolander

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

God yes I’m now adding a long hot shower to todays list. I maybe gone some time

You know those showers where you just stand there with the water hitting your neck, taking in the warmth…..and not feeling guilty for being in there for ages!! "

It’s well known that I like showers

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By *_elia DominaTV/TS
over a year ago

Edinburgh (She/Her)

"How often do you purposely take self-care days?

What’s do you do on your self care days?"

Presently, not enough. One is trying to re-organise ones life and allow time for much needed self care.

Various activities from a long bath and pamper session,To a long fresh air walk or cycle, to simply taking timeout in the garden.

As the years creep by the more I feel life is shortened and I will miss the small things...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

What’s the movie recommendations? If they’re 80s classics like breakfast club budge up

Currently Total Recall the remake but I’ll watch anything! Plenty of room in the king size bed

Does the lady still

Have three boobs in that re make?

I’m in

Ha ha yes she does!!!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"How often do you purposely take self-care days?

What’s do you do on your self care days?

Presently, not enough. One is trying to re-organise ones life and allow time for much needed self care.

Various activities from a long bath and pamper session,To a long fresh air walk or cycle, to simply taking timeout in the garden.

As the years creep by the more I feel life is shortened and I will miss the small things...

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Self care days are important to recharge for increased productivity

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I hope you get the restoration that you need from your day, OP.

I (Mrs) recently had to take a series of self care days after pushing on for too long.

Nothing is more important than looking after ourselves

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I hope you get the restoration that you need from your day, OP.

I (Mrs) recently had to take a series of self care days after pushing on for too long.

Nothing is more important than looking after ourselves

Thank you

just need a day off to reset if that makes sense

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Can't afford days so only an hour here or there.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Can't afford days so only an hour here or there."

It’s important to get what you can when you can

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Used to belt across to Wales and sit on a hillside near Dolgellau for a few days..

Get away from it all with some like-minded people, enjoy the scenery, banter and the odd low-flying military aircraft passing below us at 500mph!recharged the batteries perfectly

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"How often do you purposely take self-care days?

It’s so important to physical and mental health to press pause occasionally and just take the day off from life as much as you can.

Today, I’m wrapping up in a warm blanket, drinking coffee and watching Netflix.

Ice cream Donations welcome

What’s do you do on your self care days?"

Exactly that, hot water bottle and blanket, Netflix or Disney+ if I am feeling particularly 'meh' then it's a Marvel day, Gaurdians of the Galaxy is my go to film on those days. Otherwise it's chick flicks

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By *2000ManMan
over a year ago

Worthing

Switch off all screens and sit outside in garden with a good book and music.

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By *ommy trucker1Man
over a year ago

south wales

Just get up and grab the mountain bike bag of food and head for the mountains . Loads here in south wales. 5/6 hours out just me and my thoughts clear the mind body gets a good workout . My soul feels energised. Ready to face the next challenges in life.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I head to the golf course, if I ‘need’ a day, then I play on my own. Standing no a deserted field always sets me straight.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

What’s the movie recommendations? If they’re 80s classics like breakfast club budge up

Currently Total Recall the remake but I’ll watch anything! Plenty of room in the king size bed

Does the lady still

Have three boobs in that re make?

I’m in

Ha ha yes she does!!! "

Awesome, can we watch Dredd after? I’ll bring nibbles…. And shower gel

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By *toC Thats MeWoman
over a year ago

Sheffield

"Days? Never. The odd hour here and there.

Try a full day. It’s the best

Single parent, never happens! "

Same here. I just try having an hour when they’re in bed in the evening just doing nothing even a soak in the bath with some peace and quiet is nice

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By *nfin8yWoman
over a year ago

Newcastle-under-Lyme

Walking somewhere away from the crowds helps to switch my head off. Or curling up on the sofa with a good book or listening to some music. It’s odd but I don’t feel so alone when I’m out walking even if there’s no one else around.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I head to the golf course, if I ‘need’ a day, then I play on my own. Standing no a deserted field always sets me straight. "

Solo golf is very underrated

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As and when I need them, as long as life allows. I try not to let myself get burnt out anymore.

Sometimes it's a simple as a long hot bath or curled up in front of the TV not worrying about anything else. It depends on what I need at the time and what the cause of it is.

Enjoy your day OP

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

Hope the “me therapy’s working Brah”

I know you love the hills too

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"As and when I need them, as long as life allows. I try not to let myself get burnt out anymore.

Sometimes it's a simple as a long hot bath or curled up in front of the TV not worrying about anything else. It depends on what I need at the time and what the cause of it is.

Enjoy your day OP

Burnout is something I’ve very aware of and should be taken seriously at the first signs.

Thank you

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

Hope the “me therapy’s working Brah”

I know you love the hills too"

I’m starting to question, how much coffee is too much?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes I do now I'm older, had a bit of a burnout after a tough week at work last week so spent the weekend chilling out

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Yes I do now I'm older, had a bit of a burnout after a tough week at work last week so spent the weekend chilling out

That’s awesome to hear you managed to take the time to just chill

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By *affron40Woman
over a year ago

manchester

I take them as and when I need them. My body tells me.. I knew I needed one yesturday when I went baking crazy to distract my mind. Today I’ve crashed.. so I will be snuggling up with the mutts and a book and dozing. Self care is important. We all need to switch off sometimes and reset.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yes I do now I'm older, had a bit of a burnout after a tough week at work last week so spent the weekend chilling out

That’s awesome to hear you managed to take the time to just chill

Cheers mate

I nearly fainted last week it scared the shit out of me so went to the docs, all tests were OK just waiting on blood tests fingers crossed

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By *rMojoRisinMan
over a year ago

Sheffield

"I’m taking the whole weekend to do that after a stressful few weeks!

Self care for me means long dog walks, home cooked healthy food, long hot showers and pampering myself and snuggling up with a good movie and copious amounts of tea!!

Ditto!

Well, I’m on breakfast duty, The Bearded Guy’s on coffee, you do the tea and pick the film.

The film needs to be something I don’t have to think too hard about

The cinematic equivalent of zopiclone for me!

I’m now thinking zoolander "

Perfect, sorry if I snore!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I work for myself, my work/life balance wasn't there and I was struggling so I gave myself some days off. It's really helped but the balance needs to be better.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm planning to do this on Tuesday. Going to get my hair done and a foot treatment.

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By *EAT..85Woman
over a year ago

Nottingham

This is interesting what we class as self care. I've got a whole day to myself today with no plans in place (the kids dad asked for an extra night with them at short notice)

This is a rare thing indeed. I stayed up late last night doing not a lot and woke up an hour ago and I am bored already... I'm not sure what my self care place is, I'll go for a wander soon, get a coffee but that's through not wanting to be stuck in the house alone all day. Is my self care time with others? I don't know.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What is self care days?

Sounds like we both need that lol

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By *indergirlWoman
over a year ago

somewhere, someplace

Definitely less than I should, normally it's when my body is telling me I need to.

Duvet,boxset and a load of snacks after a long soak or a shower is my normal go to for a me day

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Can't remember the last time I got one!

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I take them as and when I need them. My body tells me.. I knew I needed one yesturday when I went baking crazy to distract my mind. Today I’ve crashed.. so I will be snuggling up with the mutts and a book and dozing. Self care is important. We all need to switch off sometimes and reset. "

Distraction doesn’t work for me at all. I end up doing the things I should be doing instead

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Yes I do now I'm older, had a bit of a burnout after a tough week at work last week so spent the weekend chilling out

That’s awesome to hear you managed to take the time to just chill

Cheers mate

I nearly fainted last week it scared the shit out of me so went to the docs, all tests were OK just waiting on blood tests fingers crossed "

I’m happy you took action on this and didn’t just ignore it

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By *.D.I.D.A.SMan
over a year ago

London/Essex... ish... Romford to be exact

Does having a wank count?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm doing the self care right now. Sunday roast down the pub with a long Island ice tea and as everyone knows, tea is medicinal ;-p

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By *ikAshCouple
over a year ago

London

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

Hope you’re ok

enjoy your day x

I love a long soak in the bath listening to music, followed by a Netflix binge whilst munching on cheese and fresh bread… bliss! x

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I work for myself, my work/life balance wasn't there and I was struggling so I gave myself some days off. It's really helped but the balance needs to be better. "

This is a large percentage of my issues. Always something that needs doing

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'm planning to do this on Tuesday. Going to get my hair done and a foot treatment. "

Awesome

enjoy

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"This is interesting what we class as self care. I've got a whole day to myself today with no plans in place (the kids dad asked for an extra night with them at short notice)

For me it’s one of 2 things. Firstly it’s doing what makes me feel good. Today for me is not doing the things I should be and not feeling guilty about it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I dont get whole days to do it so grab what I can. An early night is favourite, (early is still 10 pm or so) I will dissapear out quickly alone to walk the dogs or check on the horse before anyone can join me and get an hour or so that way. I would like to go away for a whole day and night just me, once I can get over the leaving the dogs and children guilt. I like to just roam a beach and not have to talk to anyone.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Definitely less than I should, normally it's when my body is telling me I need to.

Duvet,boxset and a load of snacks after a long soak or a shower is my normal go to for a me day"

Sounds perfect

room for one more?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm a lucky bastard, 2 weeks off /month, plenty of time to forget about anything and just set myself as a main priority.

Workouts, swimming, running, hobbies, travelling, friends, chilling... No responsibilities, apart from my own wellbeing. I don't think I would be able to cope anymore with a regular schedule. I've got enough of it in the past. Money is not everything.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"How often do you purposely take self-care days?

It’s so important to physical and mental health to press pause occasionally and just take the day off from life as much as you can.

Today, I’m wrapping up in a warm blanket, drinking coffee and watching Netflix.

Ice cream Donations welcome

What’s do you do on your self care days?"

Feel even more shit than ever was going to watch Utd v LFC at pub but got shitty cold had it for two weeks so home and sky !

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Often take a day to myself no work or home stuff will travel out of portsmouth. If the day goes to plan will dress as jade and meet others

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"I'm doing the self care right now. Sunday roast down the pub with a long Island ice tea and as everyone knows, tea is medicinal ;-p"

Now I’m hungry and thirsty

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By *asha86Couple
over a year ago

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Depends on mood, could be anything as simple as Netflix and chill with blanket, hot choc and sweets to having nails or hair done. Also love to read books or doodle/draw xT

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Hope you’re having this day because you want it more than need it mate?

More of a need today my friend. I’m usually all for getting outdoors as you know but today I will be stopping away from the crowds by hiding behind the sofa pretending I’m not home

Hope you’re ok

enjoy your day x

I love a long soak in the bath listening to music, followed by a Netflix binge whilst munching on cheese and fresh bread… bliss! x"

Now I need a cheeseboard

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Having a self care Sunday today. Currently lying in a warm bath. Just washed off a lush face mask. Got a bath bomb in. Going to smother myself in cocoa butter when I get out and then give myself a pedicure.

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By *indergirlWoman
over a year ago

somewhere, someplace

"Definitely less than I should, normally it's when my body is telling me I need to.

Duvet,boxset and a load of snacks after a long soak or a shower is my normal go to for a me day

Sounds perfect

room for one more?

Always x

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

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Never

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Probably once a month. I enjoy my Sundays, tend to spend them tidying and ironing and that always puts my mind at ease and seems to be great for de-stressing me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

everyday half hour meditation...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Once a week when I don't work I make the effort to have a lay in, have an extra long, hot shower, trim myself and then a full moisturise all over. All those things condidered unusual for a bloke!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Most days I take a hour out and just sit In the shower and relax

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Having a self care Sunday today. Currently lying in a warm bath. Just washed off a lush face mask. Got a bath bomb in. Going to smother myself in cocoa butter when I get out and then give myself a pedicure. "

Nothing like doing it in style

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Probably once a month. I enjoy my Sundays, tend to spend them tidying and ironing and that always puts my mind at ease and seems to be great for de-stressing me. "

With music? TV?

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