Self-care is an import part of mental health. I do my best to stay on top of my stress, even having several self-care methods on my monthly habit tracker. But there are still times when life is hectic! It is okay to be overwhelmed with life sometimes, it will only be temporary. What is important, is to take care of ourselves when we are feeling down or overwhelmed! Something I have found very useful is a self-care kit! Keep reading to learn what a self-care kit is and how to make one for yourself today!
Self-Care Kit!
A self-care kit is a box filled with items to help you take care of yourself and feel better! Your self-care kit can be thought of as your emergency kit of emotions, helping you to feel It is ideal to make your self-care kit when you are in a nice mental space. Spend some time reflecting on what makes you feel better. Your kit should have items that create a calming effect, allow you to express yourself, make you feel comforted, and help you take care of yourself!
Do not panic if you are feeling overwhelmed about making your self-care kit. Below I outlined some amazing items for you to have and I even made a free printable to help you create a unique kit of your own!
Journal
Journaling has many benefits! Keeping one in your self-care kit allows you to express yourself in a healthy way. You can journal about what is going on in your life, your emotions, or make a list of what you are grateful for. Keeping a journal in your self-care kit could also be a good way of tracking your emotions and how often you are using your kit!
Craft
Expressing yourself creatively is a wonderful- and beautiful- way of practicing self-care! You can have a coloring book and some colored pencils, a set of mini canvases and paints, or maybe even some origami paper to help you destress by creating. You can keep some play-doh in your kit to really make something with your hands!
Nutrition
When my self-care is suffering, my nutrition is usually suffering as well. I have found it helpful to keep healthy snacks in my self-care kit. Maybe you have a favorite nutrition bar or some comforting teas that you only buy on special occasions you can keep in your kit! You can keep a cute water bottle, drinking straws or glasses here to remind you how important hydration is to your mental health and encourage you to stay hydrated! Just be sure to keep all of your drinking gear clean too!
Relaxation
Relaxation is a key component of your self-care kit! There are so many different items you can add to your kit for relaxation: bath bombs, cozy socks, soothing lotions, relaxing incense, or a positive book. Did you know reading is one of the best forms of relaxation? You can also put in a favorite movie that always makes you feel good! It does not matter what the item is, as long as it relaxes you!
Personal Positives
Add in some personal items that bring some positive feelings. A picture of you with your loved ones, a souvenir from an amazing trip you took, a reminder of a past accomplishment, or some personal letters are some ideas! Some items you also have on your vision board or positive affirmations written out would be great too!
Create Your Kit
Self-care kits are a wonderful tool because they have everything you need in one convenient location AND it is personalized for you! When you know you are in need of some care, all you have to do is pick something from your handy kit! Remember that everything is temporary and it is okay to not be okay! There are always resources for you– and possibly your very own self-care kit soon!
How do you feel about a self-care kit? What items help you out when you are in need of self-care? Please comment below and tell me what you think of my article and any thoughts about the self-care kit! If you know someone who could benefit from this article, please show you care and share the bear! Be sure to sign up for my emails and follow on social media to get the most of the positive world of Brightside Bear!
