After a cold and miserable winter, summer is the perfect time to refresh, reset, and focus on self-care. Summer is the perfect time to reset, refresh, and focus on your self-care. With longer days and warmer weather, we can get outside more, fuel our bodies with fresh, seasonal foods, and be more open to trying new things.
Summer might still be a few months away, but it’ll be here before we know it. If you’ve been putting self-care on the back burner, here’s how to make yourself a priority.
Get Outside Every Day
Spending time outside boosts your mood, providing your body with vitamin D (which is essential for bone health and only comes from sunlight) and helping you to stay active.
Make morning walks a part of your summer routine, or incorporate activities that you wouldn’t typically find appealing in the winter, like going for a swim at your local pool or biking around your neighborhood. Even small changes like eating breakfast or dinner on your patio can help you feel more connected to nature.
Prioritise Rest and Recovery
We all know that better sleep equals better health, but how many of us can actually say that we get enough sleep at night?
This summer, make it your mission to keep a consistent bedtime, even on weekends, and avoid looking at your phone for at least an hour before bed. If the summer light and heat are making it hard to sleep, it’s worth investing in some blackout curtains and a fan to keep your room cool.
Fill Your Plate With Seasonal Foods
Fresh fruits and veggies are at their best in summer. Take advantage of farmers' markets, or even better, grow your own herbs and greens in your garden.
There’s no denying that a fresh, crisp salad made from home-grown ingredients hits differently on a hot day. Go for hydrating foods like watermelon and cucumber to keep you cool.
Try an Ayahuasca Retreat
If you want a deeper reset this summer, consider swapping out your usual vacation for a stay at an ayahuasca retreat like Etnikas.
Many people attend these retreats to help them achieve mental clarity, heal from past wounds, or discover a sense of purpose. Ayahuasca isn’t something that you should take lightly, so research your options carefully and make sure to choose a reputable retreat with experienced guides.
Move Your Body in a Way You Enjoy
Everyone knows the importance of exercise, but if you’re not enjoying your workouts, it’s easy to make excuses not to do them.
The truth is that exercise shouldn’t feel like a chore. So, this summer, find an activity you actually like—from yoga in the park to paddleboarding on your local river or even a casual game of beach volleyball. If you like, you’ll stick with it.
Final Thoughts
Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated! Making just a few small, intentional changes this summer can make a big difference in how you feel.
Use the summer as an opportunity to slow down, recharge, and focus on what makes you feel good—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
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