October Self-Care Challenge

 

Can you believe we are only a few days away from October 2022? Time passes; it seems like we only recently rang in the new year three months ago. October will arrive in a few days, and since then, we have been focusing on taking care of ourselves throughout our blog. We are introducing our "October Self-Care Challenge" for you this month.

Most of the activities we have in store for you; we have already tested out on this site or even on ourselves without recognizing it.

By the way, in no way should you feel guilty for pausing your hectic life to take care of yourself. Never persuade yourself that taking care of yourself is a goal or something; you deserve it. However you think about it, sustaining your general well-being requires self-care.

One Month of Self-Care Starts NOW!!!

October 1: Create a list of goals to achieve during the month

October 2: Start the Sunday with meditation ☮️ 

October 3: Go shopping 🛍️

October 4: Mail a letter to a friend or family member

October 5: Have a social media-free day 📵

October 6: Have a pamper night

October 7: Watch the sunset 🌇

October 8: Clean out the closet

October 9: Write down three things you are grateful for

October 10: Listen to a podcast

October 11: Pick a new hobby

October 12: Take a nap

October 13: Style your hair for the day

October 14: Play your video game with a friend 🎮

October 15: Have a picnic

October 16: Get a massage

October 17: Attempt a 20-minute pilates workout

October 18: Bake a pumpkin pie 🥧

October 19: Spend the day with a friend 

October 20: Go get your favorite coffee ☕

October 21: Go to a pumpkin patch 🎃

October 22: Sleep in! 💤

October 23: Create some positive affirmations to repeat for the week 

October 24: Take some time to have a nice bubble bath 🛁

October 25: Make your favorite meal for dinner 

October 26: Go for a 15-minute walk outside 🍂

October 27: Mediate for 15 minutes 

October 28: Pick and watch a Halloween movie with popcorn and candy 🍿

October 29: Do a random act of kindness for someone you don’t know 

October 30: Buy yourself some flowers 💐

October 31: Happy Halloween! 👻 Dress up in a costume! 

Complete this 30-day challenge and become a better version of yourself!!!

Day 1* Create a list of goals to achieve during the month. Maintaining organization will help with target levels and deadlines.

Day 2* October 2: Enjoy a meditation video from our blog (second video) https://timetoreconnect22.blogspot.com/2022/09/a-simple-guided-meditation.html. Meditation is a terrific method to start the morning or take a break to keep a healthy balance in your well-being throughout the day. Visit our blog post from last week, listen to it, and put the advice from the video into practice.

Day 3* Go out and purchase anything you want; do not set limits. Remember, you deserve this treat.

Day 4* You'll feel good writing from the heart and making a tiny gesture to a special someone, and you'll also brighten their day.

Day 5* We advise disconnecting for the day and avoiding using our phone, computer, iPad, or anything else with an internet connection. Consider it a day of social media detox.

Day6* My favorite pampering activities include applying face masks, painting our nails, taking baths, and even working on our toes.

Day 7* You may wait for the sunset to come over Buffalo Bayou Park in Houston, or you can watch it from your patio or balcony.

Day 8* Your life will be easier if you clean and organize. Start with three piles, as recommended. First, we have the items you want to keep, donate, or sell.

Day 9* Write down three things you are grateful for. People who count their blessings have better sleep, less stress, and improved interpersonal interactions.

Day 10* Listen to a podcast that will help you learn something new or help you grow as a person. Podcasts can be uplifting and fun to listen to on their own.

Day 11* Finding a new interest is enjoyable. A hobby can be anything, including taking up a new language, playing an instrument, collecting antiques, and a wide range of other activities.

Day 12* After lunch or even in the middle of the day, take a nap. A nap will restore your energy and help to reduce stress levels.

Day 13* Make an appointment at a hair salon and treat yourself to a new hairstyle, or perhaps a total change of style and color, or take the time to style your hair at home. 

Day 14* Play video games online with your buddies or at home with a friend.

Day 15* Have a picnic nearby, in your backyard, or at a public park. Observe nature while having a picnic.

Day 16* Make an appointment for a massage at a nearby spa. Enjoy a massage once a month or whenever you feel the urge.

Day 17* Pilates Workout: Kickbacks x15 each side, Fire hydrants x15 each side, Extensions x15 each side, Rainbows x15 each side, Single leg stretch x30, Criss-cross x30, Leg Lowering x15, Bridge Lowering x15 each side, Pulses x15 each side, Leg pull x10 each side, Lat pulls x15, Swimming 30 seconds, Knee wide pull-ups x20, Squats to calf raise x20, Pulses x15. Check out this video for a better explanation: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRmMbeCT/ 

Day 18* Pie Ingredients: pie crust, pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, brown sugar, flour, salt (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, clove, black pepper) - pumpkin pie spice, and evaporated milk. 

For the full recipe: https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/perfect-pumpkin-pie.html#tabrecipe 

Day 19* Call or text an old friend and try to spend a few hours with them

Day 20* Visit your favorite coffee shop and treat yourself to something. Or take time to create your favorite coffee.

Day 21* Pumpkin patch locations: Old Time Christmas Tree Farm in Spring, Dewberry Farm in Brookshire, Blessington Farms in Willis, Old MacDonald’s Farm in Humble, and P-6 Farms in Montgomery

Day 22* Enjoy this Saturday by sleeping in. There are advantages, like reducing stress and improving your mood. 

Day 23* Some positive affirmations to tell yourself; “I believe in myself,” “I love myself for who I am,” and “I am smart. I am kind. I am important.” 

Day 24* Check out one of our blog posts to give some idea on pampering yourself before getting in the bath https://timetoreconnect22.blogspot.com/2022/09/lets-reconnect-in-bath.html. 

Day 25* Create a homemade meal for yourself. Maybe a meal from your childhood you haven't had in a while or make your all-time favorite meal. 

Day 26* Take some time in the morning or evening for a 15-minute walk outside. Enjoy the fresh fall air! 

Day 27* Enjoy our meditation video again, or enjoy another video for a 15-minute meditation. 

Day 28* Halloween Movies to pick from: Hocus Pocus, Halloween Town, The Conjuring 1&2, Insidious, IT, Friday the 13th, Thir13teen Ghosts, or Nightmare on Elm Street

Day 29* Take some time out of your day to do a random act of kindness for someone. It’ll make their day and your day too.

Day 30* Everyone deserves flowers, go out and buy some, or even pick some! 

Day 31* HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Dress up and have fun! 

You can participate in the October self-care challenge in a variety of ways. We wish you a wonderful month and success in your future self-care endeavors. Remember that self-care does not require a reward; your body will gladly welcome a little break from the stresses of life. Don't forget to tell your relatives and friends so they may participate in the challenge with you.

Let us know. Which of the 30-day challenges is your favorite for practicing self-care? 😁