[gremlin]

I was wondering what others do to relax and to self-care. I've been exploring different things to try to take care of myself recently as my mental health has been in serious decline over the years. Sometimes finding motivation to do anything is really difficult. Not going to lie. It's very hard for me to spend a day putting my care first. I've been trying to be kinder to myself.

I paint, illustrate, write and often go on photography outings. Sometimes I just splurge on a face mask and bath bomb, make tea, light a pretty smelling incense, and do nothing but a few chores around the house.


What do you do? Any tips for self-care/finding motivation? I've been thinking of getting into yoga or pilates. ^^

[Kaderin Triste]

It's really hard for me to relax, but on my days off, I like to go on walks or bike rides (and the creation of Pokemon Go has helped to motivate me to get outside more).
Or in my free time, I like to read or work on one of my many loom knit or chainmaille projects. Of course those are only relaxing if I don't have a deadline.
And I also relax by just being lazy and lounging about the house with my cats.

[Potironette]

Unless I'm provoked by my family, I don't feel the stress very much. Hence, when I do get stressed I normally drown out my environment by watching a show, reading a book, or listening to something. I like swinging in the playground sometimes.

[Coda]

Relax? What's that?

Lately I haven't had much opportunity to relax. I feel like I'm behind on everything. I squeeze in some games on my phone between other tasks when I can but I've only had a few hours total over the last 3-4 weeks to do stuff just for fun.

When I do have that time, I like playing video games (especially rhythm games), writing fun code, and hanging out with my family.

[Batty]

Reading. Reading has always been extremely relaxing for me. I used to go on jogs, too. Just to kick back and relieve stress.

Now, I just either don't relax, lol, or, I listen to music alone in my room with all the lights off. =]

[McSwiggins]

X rated stuff. Lol

Also; I like spending time with my kids, listening to music, talking to my online friends, looking up pictures of crocodilians and playing video games.

[Jester]

I usually listen to music. Sometimes I play games or talk to my pets or friends.

[Isis]

When I'm stressed out, I like to listen to humor podcasts. They can be listened to while doing other tasks, and laughing is super relaxing to me.