Small Self Care Secrets

Thursday is the day that I have the least motivation to be productive. I don't want to work out, I don't want to drink water, I want to eat fast food and lay in bed.  The wear of the week has definitely set in by today. Before I used to dread Thursdays and I would get in a bad mood that would affect all around me. Because that is no fun for anyone. I've put in a couple of small self care secrets to help me get through the day. Now, Thursday is one of my favorites.

You might have a different day of the week that is hard, just find out how to make that day the best day of the week.

1. Dinner: On Thursdays, I plan for the EASIEST dinner ever. I have no motivation to cut and saute anything on Thursdays.It is usually a crock pot or freezer dinner.  I also choose a favorite meal for this day as well. Something that everyone generally enjoys so we don't have to argue too much. Tonight, we're having the Quinoa Enchilada Bake. I mean who doesn't like cheese and sour cream? Makes me deliriously happy. 
2. Date Night: Each Thursday Night, Bobby and I have date night. Our date nights happen right at home. We switch on and off planning the activities and cocktails. We sometimes play card games or just talk and sip a new (or old favorite) cocktail spending the night together. 
3. Small To-Do List: My To-Do list on Thursdays are less items on it. When I was teaching, I did all of my copying and planning on other days of the week and kept Thursday to putter around my classroom and tidying. I do the same while I'm working at home. On Thursdays, I'm puttering around my house and working on smaller projects. 
4. Watch my Favorite Shows: I hold my favorite shows until Thursdays. Working at home, I watch a lot of TV and listen to a lot of audio books. I keep my favorite shows for Thursday so that I have something enjoyable to listen to while I work. 
5. Favorite Outfits: I  used to pick out my entire week of outfits on Sundays. I always chose my favorite and most comfortable outfits for Thursdays. When you look good, you do good. 

Nobody likes to feel tired and worn down. Think about those little things that you can do throughout the day to make the day the best that it can be. Maybe you schedule phone calls with your best friend or pick up coffee before work. You are in control of how you feel each day. You have a choice to be your very best self and meet each day with a positive attitude. Sometimes we need to put something in place that will ensure this day is not wasted with a bad attitude. (Typing this as a reminder for myself.) This mom, dad, parent, friend, wife, husband life is tough. Remembering to take time for yourself is even tougher. Put a little love and enjoyment in today for you. 

How are you going to make today better for yourself?

You've Got This.