Discussion What kind of self care did you practice today?

[trashhologram]

Self care is important and absolutely not selfish. Self care can be anything that makes you feel good and isn't harmful to you. It can be something small like enjoying a nice cup of coffee, having a good meal, spending time doing your hobbies etc but it can also be something bigger like going for a long walk or attending an event/workshop.

So, what kind of self care did you practice today?

It's only 7:20am here in Finland so I haven't done much yet. I will enjoy a nice cup of coffee and perhaps eat something good soon. Later today I will take a nap (I didn't sleep at all last night ), do yoga and continue scrapbooking.

 

[Anonymoususer1234]

I went for a walk despite my exhaustion.

 

[trashhologram]

I went for a walk despite my exhaustion.

That's amazing! I hope it made you feel better I like going for walks in the warmer months.

 

[Celerity]

I'm dealing with a painful physical disability that requires physical therapy. Doing the exercises is a chore. The only thing that motivates me is the fact that these exercises can 100% fix the condition whereas a lot (maybe most) physical therapy simply helps with pain and range of motion/strength.

I pushed myself to do the exercises today even though I wasn't feeling it and made a lot of progress.

 

[Blackpepperpancake]

Exercise can be a daunting task and you don't see a quick result within a couple months, I've been working out and sometimes I really feel demotivated, but for my physical and mental health it's good for a long run.

 

[Hardcore_Henry]

got a haircut couple days ago and i shaved. kinda feelin myself ngl

 

[Mirrory Me]

Noniin. On monii eri keinoja huolehtii hyvinvoinnistaan, pohtinut itsekkin niitä.

 

[penguinl0v3s]

Took my meds and cleaned the entire apartment.

 

[bramblebamblebambe]

I know it's not the same day, but I took myself out for a walk, got a food shop and stopped to talk to dog walking people, I've gone kinda non verbal so it came out like word vomit not making much sense but I think people were understanding even though I was embarrassed it wasn't as daunting as I thought and was able to see the silly side of being a lovable dingus.

 

[trashhologram]

I've had a few rough days (relapsing back to my eating disorder) but yesterday I took a long walk (to buy drugs lol), did yoga, took a shower and put on a face mask while enjoying a cup of herbal tea I just bought while watching Buck Angel's weekly livestream. It was lovely.

Today I went to a coffee meeting hosted by a local eating disorder organisation and painted a bit while I was there. I'll finish my painting next time I'm planning on doing some scrapbooking tonight and have a cup of tea, possibly in a candle lit room. And I'll try to eat an actual meal. I bought these vegan pies (like mince pies but obviosly no minced meat) I love and a vegan hotdog. I hope I can have either the hotdog or two pies (they're small) with condiments. This relapse is bad. I had to sneak a benzo in my mouth at that coffee meeting since I was about to cry over eating 6 chocolates, a very thin gingerbread and a biscuit. I have sourcream & onion flavoured rice cakes and vegan yogurt if I can't handle an actual meal tonight.

 

[trashhologram]

Today I went for a nice evening walk, spent time with my girlfriend, ate my favourite chocolate and took a shower. Now I'm enjoying a cup of caramel rooibos Tonight's not a bad night.

 

[Abandoned Character]

Today I went to the gym. I also let myself get a little stoned prior (I rarely get high) and it was really nice. Really amplified the workout and I felt great all the while.

 

[cali22]

I read an Book about 9/11

 

[j1nxxb0yjj4ke]

Ate and drank a bit today and took my meds.. :/

 

[mortuarymary]

Went to see occupational health and I am fit to return to work on the 12th.

 

[Miku _fanboy101]

I really love to clean and I clean all the time, I like doing skincare too (idc if it's weird I like it) and body skin care because it smells nice and makes me feel and look prettier

 

[Hardcore_Henry]

went on a run this morning, no lie, it felt good :)

 

[trashhologram]

I really love to clean and I clean all the time, I like doing skincare too (idc if it's weird I like it) and body skin care because it smells nice and makes me feel and look prettier

Why would enjoying skincare be weird? No matter your gender skincare is good for you and if it makes you feel better that's amazing! Skincare rules! I love the feeling of clean, soft skin ❤

My self care of today: I drank my morning coffee in peace while being on my phone and cuddling with one of my cats. Then I did my makeup and hair, even took a few selfies and a short video because I looked amazing! Then I went to this group ran by a national eating disorder organisation where you can drink free coffee, have snacks and chat with people who have/have had or have a loved one with an eating disorder. I love these meetings, they're not therapy but they're therapeutic to me (and many others).

After that I did a bit of shopping; I bought myself new, pretty press on nails and a grapefruit lip mask. Then I hung out with two of my best friends. ❤ It's now 10pm so I'm going to try to relax the rest of the evening.

 

[Tired_of_myself]

Today I got a haircut and practice the bass. Felt like a nice a day, actually.

 

[trashhologram]

Yesterday I went for a walk even though I didn't want to but I wanted benzos so I had to take a small walk. I listened to my favourite artists new EP and had a chat with my plug. I would call us friends at this point even though I could be his daughter He's a good person.

When I got back home I put on eye masks (silicone masks you put under your eyes, they reduce dark circles and make the skin more hydrated and healthier) and tested out this peel off face mask my mom gave me for Christmas gift. It has cucumber oil or something like that in it and it was supposed to be hydrating and something else. It was very, very sticky and very hard to peel off. So I'm not gonna buy that myself but I'm going to use those last two pouches of it.

Today I will do some yoga and probably scrapbooking. I haven't touched my scrapbook in weeks!

 

[mortuarymary]

Went to the Chemist to get stuff for my cold. Popped into the pet shop and the charity shop looking for books. Home now with the dogs. Will read later x

 

[Kall]

When I'm in crisis (like rn), I usually create a kind and caring persona with whom I have a written discussion with. It soothes me a bit

 

[trashhologram]

When I'm in crisis (like rn), I usually create a kind and caring persona with whom I have a written discussion with. It soothes me a bit

That sounds interesting. Do you use an AI tool or create the persona in your head? When I was was a kid I did that too. I had several imaginary friends and that helped me feel accepted when I was bullied at school. I used to spend hours imagining a "better version" of myself interacting with these imaginary personas.

 

[MindFrog]

I went out to do chores and bought myself some ice cream.. It was vanilla with chocolate drizzle.

 

[Kall]

That sounds interesting. Do you use an AI tool or create the persona in your head? When I was was a kid I did that too. I had several imaginary friends and that helped me feel accepted when I was bullied at school. I used to spend hours imagining a "better version" of myself interacting with these imaginary personas.

All in my head, it gives an instant relief but unfortunately doesn't work in the long term

 

[FujoshiNeet]

I drank 2 cups of water and allowed myself to be emotionally vulnerable.

 

[Morpho]

I took a shower and brushed my teeth

 

[HereTomorrow]

Made hot chocolate for tonight and gelatin for tomorrow.

 

[MerryGoDown]

All in my head, it gives an instant relief but unfortunately doesn't work in the long term

I didn't realize that others might do something similar to what I do. I've spent a lot of time caring for others that that side of me comes out naturally, almost like a different persona. She just started directing her attention towards me though, it's nice to hear the things I always tell others for once.

 

[cgrtt.brns]

cooked lunch. was going to make a poached egg but the yolk split when i cracked it which normally wouldve sent me into a spiral bc of it not going how i planned but i cracked it into a cup first instead of straight in the water so i just made an omelette instead. it wasnt that good tbh but its better than junk food i guess.
also had some energy to wash the dishes but started to feel dizzy when i was mostly done so theres still some left.