Daily WellnessJan 16, 2026
Gentle Beginnings: Your Self-Care Checklist for Your New Year
Feeling the “new year, new me” pressure? Or, is your enthusiasm for your resolution already waning? This time
of year, there's a lot of emphasis on transforming oneself, and while having goals and a plan for the year
is wonderful, taking good care of yourself now can help you sustain your goals for the long run.
Let's count the ways we can show ourselves a little extra love and TLC this month. We've got tips to take
care of yourself, even when you're short on time, money, or both.
✔️ Schedule Time for Yourself
Put “me time” in the calendar to remind yourself it matters. Find 15 minutes a day, an hour a week, one
day a month - whatever works for you.
✔️ Move Your Body
When and how you can, fit in time to exercise. Gentle movement like yoga, walking, and hiking has
far-reaching benefits on the mind and body.
✔️ Just Breathe
Integrate simple exercises into your daily routine to unwind and reset. Try box breathing (inhale, hold
in, exhale, and pause before the next inhale - each to the same count), or simply inhale and let out a
big, loud sigh to release tension.
✔️ Spend Time in Nature
Fresh air, sunshine, and the beauty of nature are all powerfully impactful.
✔️ Take an “Everything Shower”
Turn your daily hygiene into something more decadent. Crank up the music, and the temperature, and take
care of yourself from head to toe.