Self-care is so important to me. Without my physical and mental health, I’ll have nothing!
But sometimes it’s so hard to get the time to make time for myself… do you agree?
I recently ran a poll on Instagram and it wasn’t surprising to me that 80% of woman who answered, hardly ever gets to have “ME TIME”
I can relate at times, because besides 24 hours a day of Mommying, I have many busy work weeks, then there’s my blog I have to maintain, admin, trying to keep fit and an attempt at a social life!
But, how do I make room for everything?
I could easily cut back on the socializing and maybe even skip a meal to make some more time – it’s so easy to put self-care on the back burner. And sadly many times it often takes a wake-up call to notice what toll a busy lifestyle takes on my life.
As self-indulgent as it may sound, self-care is actually the most crucial thing for our physical and mental well-being.
I’ve made a commitment to myself that as “busy” as I may be, I shouldn’t neglect self-care. And this is how I get my “Me time” in”.
Knowing my worth
Self-care is important to maintain a healthy relationship with me myself and I, as it produces positive feelings and boosts my confidence and self-esteem. My needs are important too!
Start living, not just existing
As Mom, there is so much responsibility placed on you, but it’s important to remember that taking care of yourself is also your responsibility! Life is not just about sitting in traffic taking the kids to school, work and paying the bills. When I feel like I’m in a rut, I find that taking up a new hobby or doing some form of learning can make life more meaningful. It literally gives me one more reason to get up in the morning.
Better physical health
Self-care is not just about your mental health. It’s also about caring for your physical self. Eating healthy, getting enough sleep, taking care of my skin, not sleeping with makeup on, exercising regularly, etc.
Pamper Sessions
Little things like enjoying a morning cup of coffee alone outside, enjoying a bubble bath, or reading a book can really contribute to my daily happiness. I usually make some time for myself on a Sunday afternoon before planning for the new week. It used to be a long lush bath bomb bath, but thanks to the Cape Town drought that is sadly no longer an option.
So now, I play around with makeup, or plan my outfits for the week and maybe end off with a refreshing face mask.
The lovely people over at Revlon, Almay and Mitchum recently sent me a HUGE box of makeup and skin care products which I am currently enjoying. I’ll be trying new makeup looks, new skin care routines and just enjoy the Me Time!
I’ll be sharing reviews of some of my favourite products on the blog soon too.
PLUS, there’s something for you too – I have 1 Hamper of Almay, Revlon and Mitchum products to the value of R1500 to give away to a lucky lady who could do with a pamper session themselves! Enter to win via the Rafflecopter below.
** Please note the individual products in the winners hamper may differ from the products pictured in my images here.
Favourite me time, is coffee, cake and a good book!
My favourite me time activity is either watching a series on Netflix or creating something with paper
I never have me time.single parent and all. Wouldn’t even know what to do with me time.lol
my favorite me time activities include a proper bubble bath with a glass of wine and candles, having my coffee hot and in peace or a nap; a nap is always good! Life for a new mamma is rough, i cant remember when i last took a non rushed bath or shower!
I love reading and swimming for my me time
When the kid is asleep, curing up in bed with a face mask and a good book.
This is a lovely prize
My favourite me-time activity is to chill anss catch up on series
My favourite me time is when the kids are asleep and it time for me to relax with a cup of tea and watch my favourite so soapie
My favourite me time activity is walking and reading.
Favourite me time is a relaxing bath and a mug of instant cappucino
My fav me-time activity is to watch the ocean. There something so calming about the waves that come and go… Therapeutic really!
I have it tough at the moment as I am raising my baby girl on my own. Although my favorite me time should be reading a good book with a cup of tea it just so happens to be I would rather watch my little girl sleep
my favourite me time is reading a book at the ocean or taking a walk through the forest
My favourite me time activity is relaxing with a good book and cup of tea
I take some time out when my son sleeps to catch up on my series, as the tv is mostly about what he wants to watch when he is awake. I love a good cup of coffee whilst watching.
My me time is reading a book…making my hair pretty.painting nails..catching up on a series.
In need of some pamper time 🙂 my birthday coming up in March to. my pamper time is having a cup of coffee in bed watching series lol
I love to exercise and read a good book
Juggling my twin boys and work as a single parent leaves me worn out and I can only dream of me time. My fairytale of me time would be a home manicure, colouring in my adult colouring book while I drink wine wit the house all to myself. They say dreams come true…
Catching up on my favourite series with a bowl of tin roof ice cream
My favourite me time is a nice warm bubble bath with soothing music and aroma therapy oils in my oil burner.
My favourite me time is catching up on all my shows (thank goodness for DSTV catch-up) lol while painting my nails and eating a slab of lindt chocolate without my 3 year old nagging for it!
My fave me time is curling on the sofa eating a decandent dessert while my baby gal gives me a “pedicure”
my favourite me time activity is to sip on a cuppa tea and read a magazine a great way to destress and relax , I get lost in a world of fashion, cuisine, travel features, make up, fragrances and more.
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i have very little me time, but love to unwind with a glass of wine and a book, while my husband gives me a foot rub. I normally just flop out at night!
Just some quiet time with a cuppa coffee and a good book or good series
Not much time or cash to go out and get pampered… #singlemom #metime #singlemumjoys
My favorite me time is the kids asleep,hubby gone for soccer and I get too relax with some tea and watch my series…I have a 4yo and a 4 month old so right now me time is really crucial for my sanity. I would absolutely love this hamper especially as its been so long since i have spoilt myself ❤️
My fav time is going on a girls date night or a pamper session at a Spa and all this rarely happens 🙁
Holding Thumbs…. what more could a girl ask for
My favaourite me time activity is reading a good book. Nothing more relaxing than this
My me time will involve a face mask, new body wash, foot hydrating mask from Sorbet, a bottle of red wine, good dinner and Netflix!
My favorite me time is to read a good book with a cup of my favorite flavored tea.
To be honest, for me, me time would just be to chill on my bed and relax. Everything else is just another chore.
My favourite me time is lying in my pyjamas with a good book with a bottle of red .. all alone with just my thoughts.
I love reading or getting out to see my horse x
My favorite me time activity is when I’m alone and it’s quiet just put on comfy clothes, a face mask, and give myself a mani/pedi….. Aaaaaaaaah
My FAVOURITE me time is curling up with a good book or going to the beach for a WA.
Me time for me me is anything from taking a nice long bath or shower taking time to get dressed and pampered. Making myself feel like new again, always such a great feeling in a busy life style.
My favourite me time is lying in a warm bath with a good book and not having to worry about the time, the kids or anything else. Sadly not a lot of that happening these days as hubby is quite busy over weekends with work so cant look after the kids whilst I slip away for some me time. Would love to win this pamper hamper!
I love just enjoying a delicious cup of tea in silence!
My favourite me time is just relaxing with a good book. Reading relaxes mind and body and soul for me .
My favorite me time is to take a shower, sit down….do a mani and a pedi, put on a face mask and just relax on my own with some incense burning!
I have dont have much #myfavouritemetime moments, working full time, have a 2 year old, pregnant with the second one and hubby works 2 jobs. But, there’s nothing a good #cupoftea can’t fix.
My favourite me time is with a good movie in bed!
Binge watching my favourite series
My favorite me time is when the kids are away with dad, when I can settle down to a good movie or series with all my favorite snacks
My favourite me time is reading a good book or watching a good movie
I do my nails at least once a week and make sure that it’s time for me. Together with a good cup of tea or a glass of wine waiting for each layer to dry forces me to sit still
I love spending time at home on the couch, watching cooking shows, my fav ‘ME’ time activity
I don’t get much me-time but when I do, I give myself a pamper session where I DO A MASK, MY NAILS AND MY FEET.
My Fave me time activity is a looooong bath! (lucky here in Gauteng we can still bath!) I light candles, pour in bubbles or oils, have a glass of wine, and let the hubby deal with the toddler for an hour.
my favorite activity is to relax in a warm bubble bath with a glass of wine. sadly I havent done this in over a year thanks to Cape towns water crisis
My favourite time is relaxing and reading. What a lovely giveaway this is.
watching series on my tablet with a cup of hot chocolate
As a single mom, finding me time is EXTRA HARD 🙁
My favourite me time activity is meditation and yoga.
My favourate me-time activity is a nice long bath and reading a book.
Me time usually only happens once everyone is in bed,then I will watch series and have a glass of wine or chocolate
A shopping day out on my own is the best
My favorite me time before was a hot bubbly bath and a glass of champers but due to water restrictions its lying in bed watching my favorite series better yet its beauty hour with my daughter dolling ourselves up even if we going now where.
Favourite me time is drinking coffee OUTSIDE…. BEAUTIFUL NAILS AND A NICE LING BUBBLE BATH♡
ME TIME USUALLY consists OF A GLASS OF winE, A gooD BOOK, MY FAVOURITE SERIES OR sOME sorT oF PAMPERING. tHIS ABSOLUTELY NEEDS TO HAPPEN AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK and I’m lucky enough to have a boyfriend who completely supports this cause! Sometimes he’ll even be the one to suggest it!
Oh, I need me time! I’m actually really bad at it and will prioritize everything else but me. Something I really need to work on! I don’t have kids even, so no excuses, right?!
I love to exercise, helps reduce my stress
Reading a book or magazine
Watching series, doing my nails, napping and running are my faves.
Catching up on my favourite shows but if I have the whole day to myself then it’s reading.
I love going to the movies by myself just to unwind. Hasnt happened in years, but oh well. Could definitely do with being pampered, even if it’s by myself with amazing products.
The best thing for me to do is have a neck shoulder head massage, have a pedi, get a woolies cappuccino and watch a program I like, read a magazine…..all for the good of me! also like to do an art class now and then and am going to try and make a chandelier soon!
my favourite thing to do for my me time is spent getting a pedicure, getting dressed and going out to my favourite restaurant. I hardly ever get time to make it happen but when I do, it’s amazing
Reading a good book listening to my favourite music
My ideal moment 2 pamper myself is having a bubble bath and enjoying a glass of wine while im in the bath. Then just crawl into bed with snacks and watching a movie
My favorite me time is playing my piano x
My favorite me time activity is a face mask while my fee soak in my foot spa
welL IT USED TO BE A LONG bath…..pRE DAY ZERO. NOW I RELAX WITH A MAGAZINE OR BOOK IN MY GOWN OR GO HAVE MY NAILS DONE.
Chilling with a glass of wine tucking into a good book
Me time is taking a relaxing leisurely bubble bath
If i could win this then maby Curtis Photography will arrange Photo Shoot sooner Hahahahaha. After a looooong day and when both kids are in bed i love to watch My series and spend time with my partner.
My favourite me time has to be kicking back with a strong cup of coffee,some snacks and watching Youtube or reading a nice book
Having a nice got bubble bath with a glass of wine then watching my favourite series with a bowl of popcorn and chocolate
Me time… wow… With a month old baby and a very busy 4 year old… kinda don’t have any ‘me time’ at the moment. But dressing up Some make up and going out shopping is my me time… so winning this awesome prize would definitely be a start.
Favourite me time is a good book, a bubble bath and a glass of red wine
My favorite me time used to be a long candle lit bubble bath a good book…but with the water situation in Cape Town my favorite me time is sitting at the edge off sea letting the waves lap over my feet…just my feet…because my boyfriend refuses to transport sopping wet mermaids in his nice clean dry car he says*Sigh*
when the kids have gone to bed.. and I am done with my chores.. I can lay in bed and watch my favourite series.. uninterrupted… which is absolute biss..
Reading
A good book or series
Once a month I have lunch with my girlfriends. We laugh and talk for at least 3 hours. Its awesome!
MANI, PEDI, HAIR, BODY EXFOLIATION AND MOISTURIZING, MASSAGES, WAXING AND THREADING .. BUFFFING AND PAITING … MASKS … I LOVE IT ALL!
I will not lie I’m guilty of no me time. I feel immense guilt in taking me time and I don’t know why. But I just Downloaded the bbg sweat app so let’s get this me party started!!
Having a shower is Me time at the moment with 3 sons youngest newborn and oldest 7!
Lying in the bath with a glass of wine.
I have a lot of me time activities that help keep me semi-sane 🙂 some of my favourites are creating – painting and making art or writing – I feel so centred and good when I’m doing something I’m passionate about and enjoy so much! another one is reading a good book (usually sci-fi or fantasy 🙂 or playing a good videogame or watching a good series (also usually a sci-fi or fantasy ^~^) I also enjoy writing snail mails and playing with my pets ^~^ yes I’m a geek girl! Xd I’ve always wanted to experiment with make up and learn how to do mine properly bur I will admit I’m a noob with that – this sounds like a good starter pack for someone like me so thought I would give this a go and hope ^~^
My me time is when i hide out in my room, eating chocolates and watching my series on catchup and then take a nap, all while daddy keeps them busy
HAVING MY NAILS DONE IS A SPECIAL TREAT FOR ME. i FEEL AWESOME THEREAFTER.
I pamper myself with a facial & pedicure at home. it’s my time to spoil myself. lately I have started reading novels again. my love for books soothes my soul & relaxes me.
aT THE MOMENT ITS JUST THE SIMPLE THING OF SHOWERING AT NIGHT WHEN KIDS ARE IN BED AND NO KIDS PEEPING IN EVERY 2 MINUTES :)HAPPENS WHEN U HAVE 2 UNDER THE AGE OF 4
My favourite me time activity are to read a book in the bed at night till the early morning hours while enjoying something to nibble on like chocolate or biscuts. I also used to enjoy a relaxing bath, but I’m in the same boat as you living in Cape town SO TO ENJOY A RELAXING BUBBLE BATH ARE A THING OF THE PAST.
My favorite me-time is reading a book with snacks close by
favorite me time activity: mmmm, don’t judge but probably sitting on the loo. Its the only time I get peace and quiet.
I spend me time treating myself with beauty routines. I have tought myself how to do a facial at home, a gel manicure and pedicure.
My favorite me-time activity is escaping to the park with my Shetland sheepdog puppy for an early morning stroll! I love enjoying the fresh air and the healing powers of Mother Nature. There is a cute tea garden inside the park were I savor a cup of tea and a scone with fresh cream and jam too. Not forgetting some doggie treats for my pooch. This alone time keeps me centred and calm. Its so important to indulge in self love ever so often as I am a strong believer of this saying, ‘how can you love another if you don’t love yourself first? ‘
Best me time ever….go for a run ❤❤
Favourite me time is when the kids go to bed and leave me with a remote control, glass of wine and putting my feet on the table.
Me time… is painting my nails and watching a good movie with chocolate and wine!
I Love journaling, a glass of wine dark chocolate or popcorn, light some candles listen to some rnb jams. Started my self care journey this year. Learning to love myself a little more each day.
My favourite me time is listening to music and watching movies
me time is a scrub and a mask
My favourite me time is going to a facial I always feel so refreshed after a good facial and it makes me feel and look beautiful with glowing skin
What a great giveaway! I could really use the pampering -a full time job, might school and now a broken foot & limping about on crutches. A little pampering would really lift my spirits
My favourite me time activity is when and if I get the chance is to put on my best heels and get dressed for work in my best outfit other than just put what’s right in front of the cupboard, Put on some make up if baby is still asleep.
My favourite me time activity is when and if I get the chance is to put on my best heels and get dressed for work in my best outfit other than just put what’s right in front of the cupboard, Put on some make up if baby is still asleep.
catching up on FB, while in a bubble bath with a glass of wine.
My fave Me – time activity is chilling on the couch with a cup of tea reading all my fave magazines!!
Above all else: reading a great book!
Reading and playing games, would love to win this for the wife.
I love getting facials!
mine is to head down to the beach and go surfing
sitting out on the patio reading my favourite novel or magazine with a cuppa coffee or a glass of red wine
Listening to music and surfing the internet on my phone.
My me time I enjoy having a bubble bath, a nap, going on facebook and watching tv shows like Keeping up with the Kardashians.
Reading a book uninterrupted. Perfect
Hot bath with soft music and cup of coffee
Probably not much,but being able to take a shower and that first sip of coffee is all the me time I need to pull myself towards myself
My favourite me time activity is taking a good book, a cup of tea and sitting in the garden listening to the sounds of nature as I sip my tea and read my book
Reading on my bed
Relaxing with a good book
Awesome blog
doing my nails
My fave me time activity is taking a long scenic drive listening to my favourite jams of all time
My favorite me time… Is when hubby takes my 5 girls to the beach on a Sunday morning… I get to lay in and indulge in the silence and of course I’m able to cook Sunday lunch in peace
‘Me time’ is very hard at the moment for me. But hubby just’forced’ me to take a long bubble bath and gave me a shoulder massage to help me relax and I must say it is working! Sometimes we need others to tell us it is ok to relax and take some time for ourselves.
I spend my ‘me time’ with my feet in a foot spa soaked in lemon grass foot soak, facial mask on, wine in one hand while reading my Cosmopolitan magazine
Me time is when I relax alone at home with a good book and a nice glass of wine