This is not only for me but for anybody who has been in a situation like me. It took me quite awhile to realize I was in an abusive relationship and even longer to admit it to myself. Being in an abusive relationship takes a toll on your mind, body, and soul.
Here are some self care/goals for anyone who is/was in an abusive relationship:
Surround yourself with friends and family
Be in nature/Go star gazing
Go for a walk/Go for a bike ride
Meditate/Practice breathing exercises
Read
Journal/write about your feelings
Paint/Draw to express your feelings
Take a bubble bath and plan a pamper day (face masks, hair masks, candles, healthy snacks, no phone) Get a manicure
Cuddle with your pet
Unfollow negative people on social media
Distance yourself from toxic people in your life
It’s absolutely okay to so “No.” Practice it regularly
Find a type of exercise you enjoy (for example yoga, pilates, swimming, zumba or kickboxing)
Drink soothing tea
Listen to calm and uplifting music
Buy fresh flowers
Tidy and declutter your desk or workspace/Declutter your closet and donate clothes
Watch a motivational TED talk
Plan a relaxing weekend trip
Join a support group/See a mental health professional
Start a new hobby (photography, crafting, or gardening are great)
Create a bucket list and make a vision board and hang it on your wall
Take your vitamins
Plant a tree
Write positive messages on sticky notes and put them on your mirror
Buy yourself an outfit that you feel super comfortable in
Try out a new recipe (if you don’t usually cook, start with something simple)
Plan a daily morning routine that will get you excited to wake up
Plan a movie night/Go to a concert/Go to a museum
Make a list of everything you enjoy doing and post it on your fridge
Learn a few sentences in a new language
Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day
Be a tourist in your own city and visit new places you haven’t seen yet
Watch your favorite movie from your childhood
Write a love letter to yourself
Imagine your dream life and make a list of steps you can take to get there
Challenge yourself to go a full day without a single complaint (then do it again and again and again)
Stop bad habits such as drinking or smoking (start small, but it will so be worth it in the end)
Get rid of anything that will remind you of your abuser (block, delete and throw away)
These are all the things I’m working towards and going to try to treat myself to one step at a time!
Always be kind.





















