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Self Care Monday (3/22)
You’ve heard of Self Care Sunday, but here at Restore we know that Monday can really shake things up. Take some time for yourself this week and respond to the question below in the comments!
For students, these past few weeks have been filled with exams, projects and papers. Maybe you or a loved one were lucky enough to take a break or are having spring break in the near future. Even so, midterms and finals are approaching. For non-students, this time of year is also difficult. We have completed one year in Covid lockdown and it’s tiring. Your routine may seem monotonous, and we all miss the spontaneity of normal life. Work can become overwhelming when we aren’t motivated to do it. The more work you have, the less you want to do it. This week, try making a list like the one above. It can organize your thoughts, and lay out the days ahead. It feels good to check off a box when you’ve completed a task. You can use a paper or electronic agenda, which are really helpful in our zoom world. Another great idea is to screenshot a picture of your list, and make it the homescreen on your phone or laptop. Everytime you pick up your device, you are reminded of what you have accomplished today. Try achieving your goals this week and reward yourself for each item you cross off your list. You may find that treating yourself for each task will motivate you to get your work done.
If you were able to travel anywhere in the world (in non Covid times), where would you go?

Self Care Monday (3/15)
You’ve heard of Self Care Sunday, but here at Restore we know that Monday can really shake things up. Take some time for yourself this week and respond to the question below in the comments!
Life is busy. It always has been. Even if your office is now inside your home, the amount of work we do each day hasn’t slowed down. We are constantly connected to our work. We get emails, text messages, and calls. The divide between work and life has become fuzzy. This week, take a step back. In the morning, instead of immediately checking your email, or answering a message, try putting your phone/laptop/tablet aside. Make yourself a coffee. (Or a tea or whatever you like to drink in the morning). It doesn’t have to be anything different than the usual, but take 20 minutes for yourself. Let yourself wake up to the sounds of nature, your family, or complete silence. Sit with yourself, completely isolated from the hectic workday you may have ahead of you. Clearing your mind and starting the day off with some introspection will lead you to have a more productive and positive day.
So this week, make yourself a drink, find your favorite chair, and wake up slow.
What do you drink in the morning?

Self Care Monday (3/1)
You’ve heard of Self Care Sunday, but here at Restore we know that Monday can really shake things up. Take some time for yourself this week and respond to the question below in the comments!
Spring is coming! March is upon us and those out in the cold parts of the country are just starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. If you are blessed enough to live in an area that is beautiful all year long (looking at you southern California), it still means new changes and activities. This hopefully may be relief from this year-long winter battle with COVID-19. Enjoy spring today, and take a bike ride. Maybe bring a friend (wear masks and social distance!) and take a trip around the neighborhood. It’ll feel good to spend time with someone you maybe haven’t seen in a while. Go for a short ride, a long ride, take breaks to enjoy the scenery, or maybe have a destination in mind. Maybe you don’t have a bike-- that’s okay! Take a walk or rollerblade or skateboard! No matter how you roll or where you are going, enjoy the journey. Close the tabs that are open in your mind, and focus on what is happening now. Nothing else matters for the 10, 20 minute or hours that you spend outside. So this week, enjoy the sun, catching up with a friend, the open road on a bike and the beautiful present.
Do you know how to ride a bike?

We often view food as a source of fuel and necessity for our body but forget about the pleasure derived from eating the foods we love. This is especially common with chronic dieters who have learned through their experiences that food is the enemy and have lost their awareness of how important it is to have a pleasurable and satisfying eating experience. Many people believe that if they allow themselves to enjoy their food, it will lead to uncontrollable food cravings. However, this is not true. It is actually the opposite. When you deprive yourself from your favorite foods it usually leads to bingeing and intense cravings. So, don’t be afraid to enjoy your food!
Learn more about how to enjoy your favorite foods as an intuitive eater on our blog!
https://www.restoreft.com/blog

Self Care Monday (2/22)
You’ve heard of Self Care Sunday, but here at Restore we know that Monday can really shake things up. Take some time for yourself this week and respond to the question below in the comments!
You may think there are things that you “HAVE” to do today. You “HAVE” to do work. You “HAVE” to run errands or go to class or the gym. That’s BS. The only thing you “HAVE” to do today is get through today. Whether that means completing your responsibilities, or calling in sick and giving yourself a day to recharge. No matter what, you HAVE to take care of yourself today. So take a moment to reflect, where can you make time for yourself? If you can’t think of a space in your day, try saying no. Say no to working on that project today, say no to picking up coffee, say no to whatever it is that makes you feel overwhelmed. Say no to someone else, and say yes to self care.
What do you do to relax?