Why is it important?

To stay mentally healthy and happy!

You work hard, you have gone through some tough times… Think about it, don’t you deserve a bit of positive energy? Self-care is the key. And we are going to suggest some easy things you can start with!

Call a friend (or a family member)

You probably were too busy to call a bunch of people. Social contacts have a tendency to fade with time. Think about the closest people you are not ready to lose and talk to them. Try to avoid speaking about work or kids, better talk about some warm memories and friendship. Maybe you can meet soon and have a face-to-face conversation?

Have a quiet coffee/tea break

Make a cup of tea or coffee but this time make it special. Add some berries or ginger to your tea or experiment with marshmallows, chocolate and cinnamon to create your own type of coffee. Enjoy it.

Extra tips:

How about some delicious dessert for your cup of drink?

If you care about your sugar intake, here is a nice shop Natural Sweeteners, where you can get all the sugar substitutes you need (also, check out their recipes)!

Take a bath

Find some time even if most of the time you are busy with kids or work. Light some candles, add some salts or bubbles, turn on your favourite music. If you wish you can bring a book. Relax. It’s your time! After the bath, make sure to take care of your skin and hair with a proper lotion.

Buy something special

You like unusual design things? And you probably stop yourself everytime, saying it is not practical and just a waste of money. But pampering means letting yourself buy or do something just for pleasure once in a while. For example, if you love to read and are in search of something really special and unique, here is the shop: Craighill

Buy something for another

Pampering yourself feels better if you do something good for your close people. Go shopping (if COVID restrictions allow that) to the nearest mall or supermarket. Or even better: browse the Internet!

Here are some ideas to pamper your loved ones:

For Him

Chaads suggests trying out underwear and paying only if you love it! It’s perfect for a gift!

For Her

Another great idea, especially for a woman, is a gift card. Australian brand Tulio offers shipping to a variety of countries, you can just get a gift card or find some jewelry or accessories:

Many pet owners experience hard times during Christmas, New Year and afterwards as their pets get really nervous and anxious.

It’s loud, it’s different, there are too many people around and the routine is not as usual. Thus, your cats and dogs can get stressed.

What can be done here?

1. When having visitors, let your pets slowly approach to new people. Don’t force the contact.
   

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2. Make sure they have a save, cosy and quiet place to relax. It has to be somewhere away from all the fun and excitement. Provide your friends with a nice and cosy bed. A lot of such can be found at Pet Pro Supply:
   

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3. Make sure all the routine is as consistent as possible. There are some gadgets to help you with that in case you are away and you can find some of them here at Wopet:For instance, here is a live camera with video dispenser, which will help you stay in contact with your dog when away. Reseachers have found that leaving your dog with no contact for over 4 hours is bad for its health.
   

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4. What is important is to keep your pet busy. If you cannot play with it, leave enough toys lying around.
   

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5. If you have to go far and you worry about your own mental health, order a toy shaped just like your loved one (the pet). You can do so at Petsies:

No matter how easygoing you are, life can get stressful.

The emotional demand of stress can build up over time, but if you find an unshakable peace, you’ll find a way to return to your happy place, no matter what.

“Breath is the power behind all things…. I breathe in and know that good things will happen.”

~Tao Porchon-Lynch

“Within you, there is a stillness and a sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time and be yourself.”

~Hermann Hesse

“Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor.”

~Thích Nhất Hạnh

“Calmness is the cradle of power.”

~Josiah Gilbert Holland

“Simply let experience take place very freely, so that your open heart is suffused with the tenderness of true compassion.”

~Tsoknyi Rinpoche