The TOPS 10 Ways to Be Your Own Valentine
This Valentine’s Day, give yourself a little TLC. Make time to restore balance to your mind, body and spirit to manage stress, find rest and improve your quality of life. You deserve it!
- Be kind to yourself—and your stomach—by cooking a delicious, healthy meal. Follow it up by nourishing your soul with a cup of hot tea.
- Give yourself flowers. Arrange a beautiful bouquet or brighten up your space with a flowering plant. Healthy bonus: Houseplants can improve indoor air quality.
- Treat yourself to a massage. You don’t have to spend a lot of money! Warm up coconut oil or sesame oil for a simple yet soothing self-massage.
- Sink yourself into a tub, and wash away your worries. Epsom salt with a lavender scent can relieve sore muscles after exercise and help you relax with aromatherapy.
- Pamper yourself by soaking your feet and giving yourself a pedicure. Skip the polish if you prefer, but do consider how far your feet have taken you.
- Dress up. Looking good makes us feel good, so put on your favorite outfit for an extra boost of confidence.
- Head to a yoga class or just practice some of the poses previously featured in TOPS News. Tune in to your breath and relax.
- Allow yourself to rest more fully with a nap, especially if you didn’t get enough sleep the previous night. Then wake up refreshed.
- Begin the TOPS Self-Care Program, available in the Members Area. It includes tips for reducing stress, realizing your dreams and more.
- Love yourself first. Reflect on your strengths, and pause in gratitude for these gifts. Then think about how you can share them with others.