Whether you’re single or coupled up, Valentine’s Day should be fun – for everyone! It’s the perfect opportunity to spend a little time self-pampering, out with your best friends, spending time with family, or cozying up to your main squeeze.
What’s the best and easiest way to show a little love? Start by pampering yourself a little bit! Most of us forget that we need to take care of ourselves once in a while. It’s not selfish or an indulgence to keep ourselves happy – it’s a self-care necessity that helps us to keep going and give our best to the people we love!
In fact, every person should set a Valentine’s Day tradition of giving themselves a little extra self-care – either to start your day right before your big night out, or as the main event (for those who don’t get enough time for themselves). Because we know some of you out there have forgotten how to take care of yourself, we’ve put together a list of little ways to show yourself some love this February, or any time you need a pick-me-up.
1) Finally find the time to go to the gym. Pick up a day-pass to use the fitness equipment at The Park Center in Murray, or a membership. While you’re there, check out the group fitness classes!
2) Relax and let go. Just for one day, eat what you want and get some extra sleep.
3) Pick a night and take yourself out on a date. (Yes, really!) Get dressed up and eat a fancy dinner out, check out a museum or art gallery you’d like to visit, or just buy yourself flowers. It’s not weird to spend time alone – you should be treating yourself to the things you enjoy every so often.
4) Give yourself a break. Decide that for Valentine’s Day you’re not going to criticize yourself. This is really important advice, and can work for any time: Don’t ever speak to yourself in a way you wouldn’t speak to a close loved one.
5) Make a list of books and movies that you’ve been dying to see, and then pick one and go see it, or buy it. Then decide to spend the whole day / evening enjoying it.
6) Invest in yourself. Sign yourself up for a class, pick up a hobby you’ve been wanting to try, or try out a new sports activity.
7) Give yourself permission to ditch the “fear of missing out” (FOMO) and decide instead to really enjoy some hermit time in your pajamas binge watching television. Don’t check Facebook. Then take this to the next level by taking a bubble bath or dancing around to your favorite embarrassing music.
8) Go big and book a vacation for yourself.
9) Busy moms and ladies out there: Plan a spa day, complete with a massage. Or give yourself a home manicure, pedicure and facial.
Bonus tip: Murray City Parks and Recreation is offering so many great opportunities to have a blast and get in a little extra activity this spring! Call 801-264-2611, or visit mcreg.com to learn more about our volleyball, golf, kickball, soccer, swim season and more!