Friday

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Welcome to Friday! Today, we're chatting about:

• What type of self-care are you skipping?

• No time to cook? These meals take 2 minutes

• Make your self-care more green

• What is an everything shower?

What Type of Self-Care Are You Skipping?

Sometimes self-care looks like lighting a candle. Other times, it’s admitting you’re running on empty—and letting that be enough. When life feels full, it’s okay to step back. Self-care isn’t just bubble baths and journaling. Sometimes, it’s about doing less.

Experts often group self-care into five key areas: physical, emotional, social, mental, and spiritual. Physical care might mean getting more sleep or stretching between meetings. Emotional care could be venting to a friend, or just naming what you're feeling. Mental care might be giving your brain a break, whether that’s five minutes of silence or zoning out to your favorite playlist.

Social care often gets skipped when schedules are tight. But even a quick text or shared laugh with someone close to you can help. Spiritual care doesn’t have to mean meditation; it can be time in nature, a moment of reflection, or anything that adds a sense of meaning.

And if one of the first things you drop when life gets hectic is cooking? That’s valid too. You don’t need to make a full dinner to take care of yourself. Rotating a few go-to meals or giving yourself permission to keep it simple can be a small act of care that pays off in energy and peace of mind.

The bigger picture: Self-care doesn’t have to be all five areas all at once. It’s more about tuning in and noticing what’s feeling off, or what might help a little. Sometimes, just making one thing easier (like dinner) is a good place to start.

No Time to Cook?

Some days, just figuring out what to eat can feel like another full-time job. When your energy’s low or your schedule’s packed, it helps to have something on hand that’s both easy and nourishing.

Eat Clean delivers fully prepared meals made with fresh, natural ingredients—ready in just two minutes. No planning, no cooking, no dishes. Just real food that helps you feel your best, whether you’re in back-to-back meetings or finally getting a moment to yourself.

With 50+ rotating options and plans tailored to how you eat (think high-protein, keto, or just comfort food done right), it’s one less thing to think about—and one more way to make your day smoother. Plus, with 50% off your first box, meals start as low as $4.30 each!

Take a look at Eat Clean’s full menu and explore plans here.

Thank you to Eat Clean for sponsoring Note To Self. 

Make Your Self-Care Routine More Green

Self-care should make you feel good, and not just in the moment. If you’re trying to be more eco-conscious, a few thoughtful swaps can make your wind-down time feel even better.

Instead of single-use sheet masks, try a reusable silicone mask over your favorite serum. You’ll save waste and still get the spa effect. For candles, look for ones made from soy or beeswax with cotton wicks (many mass-market candles contain paraffin, a petroleum byproduct).

Skip the long, hot bath and opt for a short shower with a natural body scrub. Bonus: you’ll use less water and avoid the guilt of soaking for an hour during a drought. Want a cozy vibe? Thrifted robes, warm tea in a real mug, and soft lighting can set the mood without needing to buy anything new.

If self-care is about feeling better, sustainable choices can be part of that. You’re not just recharging—you’re aligning your habits with your values. And that kind of calm lasts longer than a bubble bath.

What Is An Everything Shower?

You know that feeling when a regular shower just doesn’t cut it? That’s where the “everything shower” comes in. It’s TikTok’s latest self-care trend, and while it can last up to four hours (yes, really), it’s not about rushing—it's about rinsing the stress right off your skin.

The process starts long before the water does: think dry brushing, hair masks, setting the mood with candles or music—whatever makes you feel centered. Once inside, it's an all-out spa moment with exfoliants, face masks, scalp scrubs, and silky conditioners. Even shaving (if you’re into that) becomes a little ritual.

But here’s the thing—it’s customizable. Hate body oils? Skip ’em. Love hot water but don’t want dry skin? Step out mid-steam to apply a clay mask. It’s a choose-your-own-adventure, only the adventure ends with you in a cozy robe, glowing like you just left a retreat.

The best part? You only need to do it once a week. Think of it as a reset button you can press on Sundays—or whenever life feels like a bit too much.

Would you try a full-on everything shower?

A Note From Us

Wellness Round-Up:

Parting Thoughts

• ✅ True or False? True. Clutter can create feelings of stress and overwhelm, affecting mental well-being.

• 🙋🏼‍♀️ Snapshot Of The Day: We'd love to see moments from our readers’ lives that they are proud of! If you recently accomplished an achievement, experienced a joyful moment, or are proud of a picture you have taken, be sure to capture it on camera and send it to us for a chance to be featured next week! 

• 💭 Final Self-Care Thoughts for Today: Embrace rest. You can’t work at your best if you’re constantly running on empty.

Enjoying Note to Self?

Know of a great self-care tip or article you'd love to share with the community? Want to send us pictures of you completing one of your self-care rituals? Email us at [email protected]!