{"id":6274,"date":"2026-01-05T23:56:34","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T04:56:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/?p=6274"},"modified":"2026-01-06T00:23:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T05:23:30","slug":"self-care-is-key-for-a-successful-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/05\/self-care-is-key-for-a-successful-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Self-care is key for a successful 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A new year, a new start at taking care of yourself!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-care is a tool to ensure you&#8217;re not getting overwhelmed and stressed through the process of life. It\u2019s a moment where you can do what you want to do, enjoy yourself and have fun as well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone should have a self-care routine or at least something that brings them joy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Let\u2019s Get Into It: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is self-care?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"852\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/p1060656-1.jpg?resize=640%2C852&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4685\" style=\"width:462px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/p1060656-1.jpg?resize=769%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 769w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/p1060656-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/p1060656-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1023&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/p1060656-1.jpg?resize=1154%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1154w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/p1060656-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1364&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/p1060656-1.jpg?resize=1320%2C1758&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/p1060656-1.jpg?w=1502&amp;ssl=1 1502w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In my opinion, self-care is the act of taking special time, effort and courage to embrace your wellbeing. From taking yourself on dates to having a warm bath night at home, self-care is an act of appreciating your body, mind and soul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why does self-care matter?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a self-care routine is important because it\u2019s crucial to connect with your inner and outer being!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to be the <a href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/04\/stepping-into-2026-as-the-total-you\/\">\u201ctotal you\u201d<\/a> this year, it starts with creating a routine that&#8217;s beneficial to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-care is moments that can be spent alone or with loved ones that fuel your energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What does a self-care routine look like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For myself, self-care can be going to coffee shops to plan my week, or grabbing a sweet treat after work to fill my tummy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even a night inside watching movies and eating charcuterie boards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn\u2019t have to be an expensive outing or a coffee drink; it can be a night where you just sit inside in your pajamas, enjoying a yummy bowl of popcorn or listening to your favorite music and dancing in the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-care shouldn\u2019t cost you an arm and a leg; it should be an inexpensive routine that just requires you and your dedication to taking care of yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-pink-color has-text-color\">Recommended Posts<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/03\/dear-love-bug-2\/\">Peanuts and good decisions<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/02\/owning-623-detroit-shop-at-25-years-old\/\">Owning 6:23 Detroit Shop at 25 years old<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/04\/01\/5-tips-on-how-to-have-a-successful-pop-up-shop-in-2026\/\">5 tips on how to have a successful pop-up shop in 2026<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/31\/when-did-we-stop-going-shopping\/\">When did we stop going shopping<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/30\/march-was-a-testing-month-but-we-survived\/\">March was a testing month, but we survived<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Here are a few ideas to add to your self-care routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Weekly DIY projects<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Seek a few projects to start doing weekly, which can include up-cycling clothing, fixing furniture around the house, painting art pieces or even creating clay pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Solo coffee dates<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_2025_07_01-13_05_08_7070_493a10a1.jpg?resize=640%2C853&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6277\" style=\"width:569px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_2025_07_01-13_05_08_7070_493a10a1.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_2025_07_01-13_05_08_7070_493a10a1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_2025_07_01-13_05_08_7070_493a10a1.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_2025_07_01-13_05_08_7070_493a10a1.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_2025_07_01-13_05_08_7070_493a10a1.jpg?resize=1320%2C1760&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_2025_07_01-13_05_08_7070_493a10a1.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I am an advocate for enjoying a quick solo coffee trip. There\u2019s nothing like visiting a new coffee shop for the first time, meeting the staff and trying a new drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A nice warm bath at night<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s okay to have a nice warm bubble bath every once in a while with a fresh candle burning on the counter. You can relax your muscles, mind and just sit and enjoy the peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">One full breakfast a week <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Within your busy schedule, take one day out of the week to have a full breakfast featuring pancakes, eggs, sausage, and even a glass of OG or apple juice. Mimosas if you\u2019re feeling sassy! There\u2019s power in sitting down and enjoying one good meal and if breakfast is that meal, you won.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Binge a show<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Find a new or random show you keep avoiding on Netflix and just watch it! Every once in a while, you deserve to curl up in a warm blanket with your favorite snacks and tune into a show. It\u2019s a good escape from work and school. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buy yourself a nice trinket<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Had a long week at work? Is school bothering you? On Friday or on the weekend, take the time to go to the store and purchase something nice! It can be a new handbag or a little notebook for journaling, it\u2019s okay to TREAT YOU.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"853\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_0872.jpg?resize=640%2C853&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6276\" style=\"width:518px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_0872.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_0872.jpg?resize=225%2C300&amp;ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_0872.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_0872.jpg?resize=1024%2C1365&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_0872.jpg?resize=1320%2C1760&amp;ssl=1 1320w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/chandraalilijah.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/img_0872.jpg?w=1500&amp;ssl=1 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start a new hobby <\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>To truly embrace your self-care journey, do the things you enjoy, which includes your hobbies! 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