Self-Care Tips

Whatever self-care means to you, you know it’s crucial to your overall well-being. And almost everyone can stand to incorporate more of it in their lives.

Learn how to create a self-care practice and carve out intentional time to care for yourself with our tried-and-trusted self-care tips and techniques that come straight from the experts. Using these strategies will help you find your own version of self-care and equip you with tools to benefit your mental, emotional, and physical health.

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Vent Writing Is the Cathartic Opposite of Gratitude Journaling—And Therapists Say It Can Help You Cope With Everyday Angst
September 20, 2023
Vent Writing Is the Cathartic Opposite of Gratitude Journaling—And Therapists Say It Can Help You Cope With Everyday Angst
Have you ever written a strongly-worded (read: filled with F-bombs and exclamation points) letter to…
By Amelia McBride
There Is Such Thing As Hobby Burnout—Here’s How To Rediscover the Joy in Your Favorite Pastime
September 15, 2023
There Is Such Thing As Hobby Burnout—Here’s How To Rediscover the Joy in Your Favorite Pastime
Creative expression is one of the most sacred rituals in my life, and it’s nearly…
By Jessie Quinn
Why Humming Could Be Your Ticket to Near-Instant Calm
September 06, 2023
Why Humming Could Be Your Ticket to Near-Instant Calm
It’s likely no news to you that we’re living in a time of unprecedented anxiety…
By Iman Balagam
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Sapphire, September’s Striking Blue Birthstone
August 30, 2023
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Sapphire, September’s Striking Blue Birthstone
September makes way for the magnificent blue sapphire, which is heralded as one of the…
By Danielle Calma
Meditation Can Help Ease Anxiety, One Breath at a Time
August 28, 2023
Meditation Can Help Ease Anxiety, One Breath at a Time
Anxiety is a part of life—and now more than ever, it seems. Case in point:…
By Rebecca Norris
Anti-Fat Bias Is Real, From Movies to Health-Care Settings—Here’s How To Mitigate the Dangers
August 27, 2023
Anti-Fat Bias Is Real, From Movies to Health-Care Settings—Here’s How To Mitigate the Dangers
You’ve already heard of racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of discrimination. But what about…
By Ashley Broadwater
Those Nightmares May Be Stress Dreams—Here’s How To Cope
August 27, 2023
Those Nightmares May Be Stress Dreams—Here’s How To Cope
As if your waking hours weren’t stressful enough as of late, what with economic uncertainty…
By Rebecca Norris
Back-to-Busy Season Is Here, and These 5 Wellness Products From Walmart Are Here To Help You Reboot Your Routine
August 25, 2023
Back-to-Busy Season Is Here, and These 5 Wellness Products From Walmart Are Here To Help You Reboot Your Routine
There's something uniquely satisfying about back-to-school shopping. The blank-slate feeling of cracking open a new…
By Well+Good Editors
Hurry! Bonne Maman’s Limited-Edition 2023 Jam Advent Calendar Is Back for a Limited Time
August 25, 2023
Hurry! Bonne Maman’s Limited-Edition 2023 Jam Advent Calendar Is Back for a Limited Time
Even though it’s not technically fall yet, preparation for the coziest season starts now, in…
By Kayla Hui
Want To Turn Your Shower Into an At-Home Spa Experience? Walmart’s Beauty Event Has All the Swoon-Worthy (and Budget-Friendly) Finds
August 25, 2023
Want To Turn Your Shower Into an At-Home Spa Experience? Walmart’s Beauty Event Has All the Swoon-Worthy (and Budget-Friendly) Finds
POV: You're wrapped in a fluffy robe and feel warm steam billowing around you. You…
By Well+Good Editors
How To Fall Asleep Fast: 14 Expert Tips That Will Help You Doze Off ASAP
August 25, 2023
How To Fall Asleep Fast: 14 Expert Tips That Will Help You Doze Off ASAP
We’ve all been there: You hop in bed in an attempt to actually get a…
By Rebecca Norris
I Have Dry Skin, and This Is My Go-To Fall Face Mask For Brightening My Dull Complexion
August 24, 2023
I Have Dry Skin, and This Is My Go-To Fall Face Mask For Brightening My Dull Complexion
Like it or not, it's time to start transitioning your skin care from summer to…
By Jessie Quinn
How Getting Out of My Normal Habitat Helped Me Reconnect With My Regular Yoga Practice
August 22, 2023
How Getting Out of My Normal Habitat Helped Me Reconnect With My Regular Yoga Practice
My yoga mat first became my happy place in college. I initially got into yoga…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Mark Your Calendars: Walmart’s Beauty Event Is Back, and It’s Giving Total Glow-Up Vibes for Fall
August 21, 2023
Mark Your Calendars: Walmart’s Beauty Event Is Back, and It’s Giving Total Glow-Up Vibes for Fall
Between all the bustle of vacays, beach days, and catching rays, the end of summer…
By Well+Good Editors
This $10 Cleansing Jelly Is Packed with Anti-Aging Fruit Antioxidants That Plump Skin and Smooth Wrinkles
August 15, 2023
This $10 Cleansing Jelly Is Packed with Anti-Aging Fruit Antioxidants That Plump Skin and Smooth Wrinkles
After a long, sweaty summer day, reaching for a thick gel cleanser that rinses it…
By Rebecca Norris
The Very Best Heating Pads for Back Pain Relief, Backed Up by Medical Experts
August 13, 2023
The Very Best Heating Pads for Back Pain Relief, Backed Up by Medical Experts
If you’ve ever suffered from back pain, you’ve likely looked to a heating pad to…
By Krissy Howard
As a Highly Sensitive Person, I Rely on These 6 Expert-Backed Self-Care Tactics To Avoid Burnout
August 11, 2023
As a Highly Sensitive Person, I Rely on These 6 Expert-Backed Self-Care Tactics To Avoid Burnout
Sensitivity is a trait I’ve wrestled with for a long time. As a child, I…
By Rebecca Strong
This French Split-End Serum Made My Hair the Softest It’s Been All Summer (and I Haven’t Cut It Since April)
August 10, 2023
This French Split-End Serum Made My Hair the Softest It’s Been All Summer (and I Haven’t Cut It Since April)
Let's face it: split ends are the enemy of every woman with dry, thirsty hair.…
By Francesca Krempa
This $19 Volumizing Mascara Brings Major Drama to My Poker-Straight Lashes
August 07, 2023
This $19 Volumizing Mascara Brings Major Drama to My Poker-Straight Lashes
This may be a controversial take, especially as a beauty editor, but if I were…
By Marie Lodi
My 58-Year-Old Mom Tried the Best Lubes for Menopause and Vaginal Dryness—Here Are Her Honest Thoughts
August 05, 2023
My 58-Year-Old Mom Tried the Best Lubes for Menopause and Vaginal Dryness—Here Are Her Honest Thoughts
My mother masturbates. She’ll smack me on the shoulder when she sees this, but I’ll…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
These 13 Creams and Ointments Provide Back Pain Relief in Just Seconds
July 30, 2023
These 13 Creams and Ointments Provide Back Pain Relief in Just Seconds
If you've found yourself rooting around in your bathroom cabinet looking for cream or ointment…
By Shannon Ullman
The Symbolism and Meaning of Peridot, August’s Beautiful and Balancing Yellow-Green Birthstone
July 28, 2023
The Symbolism and Meaning of Peridot, August’s Beautiful and Balancing Yellow-Green Birthstone
In the gemstone world, emeralds get all the shine for their beautiful verdant color but…
By Danielle Calma
Do You Rehash Your Problems With Friends... Again and Again? You Could Be Caught in the Trap of Co-Rumination
July 25, 2023
Do You Rehash Your Problems With Friends... Again and Again? You Could Be Caught in the Trap of Co-Rumination
If you’ve ever struggled with anxious thoughts, you may know just how frustrating it can…
By Nandini Maharaj
7 Expert-Approved Ways To Beat the Heat While You’re Working from Home With Little (or No) AC
July 18, 2023
7 Expert-Approved Ways To Beat the Heat While You’re Working from Home With Little (or No) AC
We’re on track to have one of the hottest summers on record. And if you’re…
By Lauryn Higgins
For the Sake of Your Mental Health, Don't Waste Your Time Using the TikTok 'Aged' Filter
July 18, 2023
For the Sake of Your Mental Health, Don't Waste Your Time Using the TikTok 'Aged' Filter
Leave it to social media to give us fun, new ways to explore our existential…
By Amelia McBride
How To Use ‘Color Magic’ To Bring Your Goals Ever So Vividly To Life
July 15, 2023
How To Use ‘Color Magic’ To Bring Your Goals Ever So Vividly To Life
From dopamine dressing (aka dressing in a way that makes you feel happier) to taking…
By Jessica Estrada
I'm a Professional Writer, and Here's Exactly How To Develop a Daily Writing Ritual That Improves Your Well-Being
July 12, 2023
I'm a Professional Writer, and Here's Exactly How To Develop a Daily Writing Ritual That Improves Your Well-Being
If you look at my desk at any given time, you’ll find a stack of…
By Simone Spilka
I Tried Journaling First Thing in the Morning Every Day for a Month, and I’m Floored by How Cathartic This Ritual Can Be
July 10, 2023
I Tried Journaling First Thing in the Morning Every Day for a Month, and I’m Floored by How Cathartic This Ritual Can Be
Following a frustrating event that kept me tossing and turning well into the night, I…
By Michele Ross
The 12 Best Essential Oils for Anxiety That Will Calm Your Mind in a Single Sniff
July 07, 2023
The 12 Best Essential Oils for Anxiety That Will Calm Your Mind in a Single Sniff
Notice how often you’ll get the advice to “just breathe” when you’re mid-freakout? As simple…
By Rebecca Norris
What’s the Best Time of Day To Walk? Two Sleep Experts, a Registered Dietitian, and a Fitness Expert Answer
July 07, 2023
What’s the Best Time of Day To Walk? Two Sleep Experts, a Registered Dietitian, and a Fitness Expert Answer
There are certain activities that we do at particular times each day. We eat breakfast…
By Natalie Arroyo Camacho
Here's What the Science Actually Says About Using Adaptogens for Stress Relief
July 04, 2023
Here's What the Science Actually Says About Using Adaptogens for Stress Relief
Everywhere from Erewhon to the internet, there are enticing promises about what powders, pills, and…
By Rachel Kraus
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Ruby, July’s Energetic and Exuberant Birthstone
July 01, 2023
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Ruby, July’s Energetic and Exuberant Birthstone
The July birthstone is a bright red ruby. It lies in stark contrast to June’s…
By Danielle Calma
The Best Book Releases This Month Are Absolute Page-Turners (Stash 'Em in Your Beach Bag, ASAP)
June 29, 2023
The Best Book Releases This Month Are Absolute Page-Turners (Stash 'Em in Your Beach Bag, ASAP)
Okay, sure, your reading goal for 2023 was a bit lofty. No fear, though! You…
By Grace Smith
We Should All Be Setting More Silly Fitness Goals
June 29, 2023
We Should All Be Setting More Silly Fitness Goals
Fitness goals have an air of gravitas to them—especially in the era of social media.…
By Kells McPhillips
Here’s How To Get the Maximum Mood Boost From Your Workout, According to Sports Psychologists
June 28, 2023
Here’s How To Get the Maximum Mood Boost From Your Workout, According to Sports Psychologists
It’s no secret that working out boasts a variety of benefits. Sure, making time for…
By Rebecca Norris
5 Ways To Take Your Self-Care Routine On-the-Go for All Your Summer Travels—Sustainably
June 28, 2023
5 Ways To Take Your Self-Care Routine On-the-Go for All Your Summer Travels—Sustainably
You wait all year for summer to arrive, but when it does, you feel a…
By Well+Good Editors
5 Planet-Friendly Swaps To Make to Your Self-Care Routine, From Natural Skin Care to Breathable Activewear Outfits
June 28, 2023
5 Planet-Friendly Swaps To Make to Your Self-Care Routine, From Natural Skin Care to Breathable Activewear Outfits
When you think of "self care," what are the first things that come to mind?…
By Well+Good Editors
‘I’m a Sustainability Expert, and These Are My Top 4 Essentials for Making Your Beauty Routine More Planet-Friendly’
June 27, 2023
‘I’m a Sustainability Expert, and These Are My Top 4 Essentials for Making Your Beauty Routine More Planet-Friendly’
Take a peek inside your bathroom cabinet. What do you see? Your collection of makeup,…
By Well+Good Editors
8 Soft, Breathable Cotton Towels and Mats To Turn Your Bathroom Into a Summer Spa
June 26, 2023
8 Soft, Breathable Cotton Towels and Mats To Turn Your Bathroom Into a Summer Spa
Exhale. After enduring winter hibernation and a back-to-busy spring, you’ve made it to kick-up-your-heels season.…
By Well+Good Editors
Feeling Exhausted by Your Friends? Here's How To Identify Social Burnout Symptoms and Ways To Cope
June 24, 2023
Feeling Exhausted by Your Friends? Here's How To Identify Social Burnout Symptoms and Ways To Cope
In today's dynamic and interconnected world, social burnout has emerged as a prevalent issue. According…
By Helen Carefoot
Pulled the Sun Tarot Card in a Reading? This Is What It Means, According to Tarot Readers
June 22, 2023
Pulled the Sun Tarot Card in a Reading? This Is What It Means, According to Tarot Readers
When you pull the sun tarot card in a reading, you might consider it as…
By Danielle Calma
How Bethany C. Meyers Applies Body Neutrality To Their Leg Hair
June 22, 2023
How Bethany C. Meyers Applies Body Neutrality To Their Leg Hair
I was born with a lot of hair. Like, a lot. One time, when I…
By Bethany C. Meyers
What Does a ‘Longevity Coach’ Do—And Why Are Celebs Hiring Them?
June 21, 2023
What Does a ‘Longevity Coach’ Do—And Why Are Celebs Hiring Them?
Kashif Khan lives in Toronto, but he recently flew to England to meet with “someone…
By Korin Miller
‘I’m a Resilience Expert, and These Are My Top 5 Tips for Bouncing Back From Life’s Challenges’
June 20, 2023
‘I’m a Resilience Expert, and These Are My Top 5 Tips for Bouncing Back From Life’s Challenges’
Life is full of all sorts of challenges, whether financial, professional, health-related, relationship-focused, or otherwise.…
By Annita Katee
Juneteenth Is Our Newest National Holiday—Here Are 12 Books To Learn More About It
June 17, 2023
Juneteenth Is Our Newest National Holiday—Here Are 12 Books To Learn More About It
Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, is the newest federal…
By Helen Carefoot
This Short Seated Stretch Routine Will Give Your Neck and Shoulders Some TLC at the End of Your Work Day
June 14, 2023
This Short Seated Stretch Routine Will Give Your Neck and Shoulders Some TLC at the End of Your Work Day
Sometimes at the end of a long, stressful day, your upper body might feel more…
By Rachel Kraus
‘I’m a Tai Chi and Qigong Expert Known as “The Stressbender,” and Here Are 4 Ways I Release Stress in the Body’
June 14, 2023
‘I’m a Tai Chi and Qigong Expert Known as “The Stressbender,” and Here Are 4 Ways I Release Stress in the Body’
If you learn just one thing from Shirley Chock, let it be this: Stress is…
By Helen Hope
10 Books To Read That Center Trans People and Their Experiences, Recommended by LGBTQ+ Booksellers
June 11, 2023
10 Books To Read That Center Trans People and Their Experiences, Recommended by LGBTQ+ Booksellers
Reading books is one important (and enjoyable) way to gain insight into others' experiences. Because…
By Helen Carefoot
I Took a 60-Minute Theragun Recovery Class, and It Was More Relaxing Than Getting a Massage
June 11, 2023
I Took a 60-Minute Theragun Recovery Class, and It Was More Relaxing Than Getting a Massage
“You’re so tight and full of knots. You should get massages more regularly.” This is…
By Annita Katee
How (and Why) To Filter Out Triggering Ads on Google, Instagram, and TikTok
June 10, 2023
How (and Why) To Filter Out Triggering Ads on Google, Instagram, and TikTok
Ads you scroll by online are supposed to make you feel “I need that.” But…
By Rachel Kraus
Your Guide to Gemini Personality Traits for a Complete Understanding of the Twin Sign
June 09, 2023
Your Guide to Gemini Personality Traits for a Complete Understanding of the Twin Sign
In astrology, those born between the dates of May 21 and June 21 are Geminis,…
By Mary Grace Garis
For Trans People, Gender Euphoria Can Come From a Single Garment of Clothing
June 08, 2023
For Trans People, Gender Euphoria Can Come From a Single Garment of Clothing
I am non-binary and transmasculine. This means my transition is toward a more masculine gender…
By Emrhys Ma
Showers Are the Best (and Easiest) Space To Infuse Self Care, and This New 'Wellness' Shower Head Will Help You Do Just That
June 06, 2023
Showers Are the Best (and Easiest) Space To Infuse Self Care, and This New 'Wellness' Shower Head Will Help You Do Just That
In the three years since lockdown, most of my pandemic-era habits have gone by the…
By Zoe Weiner
2 Top Tips From Finland's New ‘Masterclass of Happiness,' Straight From the Happiest Country on the Planet
June 06, 2023
2 Top Tips From Finland's New ‘Masterclass of Happiness,' Straight From the Happiest Country on the Planet
The 2023 World Happiness Report named Finland the world's happiest country for the sixth year…
By Jessica Estrada
Here's What Happened When I Tried 'Rapid Tapping' To Help Manifest a Lot of Things (Including Good Skin)
June 04, 2023
Here's What Happened When I Tried 'Rapid Tapping' To Help Manifest a Lot of Things (Including Good Skin)
Does the word “manifesting” make you think of mood boards, mantras, and “The Secret?” Well,…
By Zoe Schaeffer
The 6 Books That Launched Last Month You Should Add to Your Beach Bags STAT
June 01, 2023
The 6 Books That Launched Last Month You Should Add to Your Beach Bags STAT
Now that it's officially June, there's no getting around it: beach-read season has officially commenced.…
By Grace Smith
If You Hate Traditional Floral Perfumes, These 'Dark Feminine' Scents Are the Upgrade Your Warm-Weather Fragrance Collection Needs
May 31, 2023
If You Hate Traditional Floral Perfumes, These 'Dark Feminine' Scents Are the Upgrade Your Warm-Weather Fragrance Collection Needs
Everyone has a different relationship with fragrance. Some wear the same tried-and-true perfume year-round, while…
By Kara Jillian Brown
Recognizing the Signs of Medical Gaslighting Is the First Step to Reclaiming Your Voice—And Health
May 31, 2023
Recognizing the Signs of Medical Gaslighting Is the First Step to Reclaiming Your Voice—And Health
I'd just explained about the nose bleeds, blurred vision, and throbbing pain on one side…
By Nandini Maharaj
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Pearl, June’s Understated and Elegant Birthstone
May 30, 2023
The Symbolism and Meaning of a Pearl, June’s Understated and Elegant Birthstone
The birthstone most commonly associated with the month of June is the understated and elegant…
By Danielle Calma
Grab Your Binoculars—Bird-Watching Is Now a Gen Z-Approved Way To Unplug and Better Your Mental Health
May 30, 2023
Grab Your Binoculars—Bird-Watching Is Now a Gen Z-Approved Way To Unplug and Better Your Mental Health
Growing up, my mom was enamored with the birds in our backyard. Anytime a new…
By Tehrene Firman
Grief Experts Say It’s a Really Good Idea To Schedule Your Grief
May 29, 2023
Grief Experts Say It’s a Really Good Idea To Schedule Your Grief
Moving through the world while grieving is a lot like avoiding stepping on trip wires.…
By Helen Carefoot
‘I'm a Longevity Expert, and I'm Begging You To Stop Canceling Your Social Plans’
May 29, 2023
‘I'm a Longevity Expert, and I'm Begging You To Stop Canceling Your Social Plans’
There are a bunch of memes on social media that all play off the same…
By Jennifer Heimlich
Here's the Best Modern Classic Book You Should Add to Your Summer Reading List, Based on Your Zodiac Sign
May 29, 2023
Here's the Best Modern Classic Book You Should Add to Your Summer Reading List, Based on Your Zodiac Sign
It's finally summer time, and for some of us, that evokes flashbacks of required reading…
By Helen Carefoot
I Tried a 'Clamshell Massage' in the South of France, and It Eased My Mind and Muscles While Connecting Me to Nature
May 28, 2023
I Tried a 'Clamshell Massage' in the South of France, and It Eased My Mind and Muscles While Connecting Me to Nature
At the Bar du Fouquet, inside the lobby of Le Majestic Hotel in Cannes, France,…
By Pooja Shah
The Best Under-$100 Investments I've Made To Get Me Through 12 Weddings in 2 Years
May 28, 2023
The Best Under-$100 Investments I've Made To Get Me Through 12 Weddings in 2 Years
It seems as if all of my friends who weathered the pandemic with their partners…
By Liz Steelman
Here's How Alyson Stoner Uses 'Micro Resets' To Reclaim Time on Her Busiest Days
May 25, 2023
Here's How Alyson Stoner Uses 'Micro Resets' To Reclaim Time on Her Busiest Days
The hustle-and-bustle nature of a modern lifestyle isn’t exactly conducive to optimal well-being. Experts agree…
By Amelia McBride
I Spent Half of My Life Hating My Curls, but Learning To Love Them Has Shaped My Identity
May 25, 2023
I Spent Half of My Life Hating My Curls, but Learning To Love Them Has Shaped My Identity
I inherited my curls from my father, who was my favorite person. You would think…
By Haley Kamilla
Writing Poetry Helps Me Cope With Depression—But Are Mental Health Struggles Required for My Creativity?
May 24, 2023
Writing Poetry Helps Me Cope With Depression—But Are Mental Health Struggles Required for My Creativity?
Six months into the pandemic, I hadn’t written a word. When I finally returned to…
By Ben Kassoy
50+ Bonkers-Good Wellness Sales This Memorial Day Weekend You Really Can't Pass Up
May 23, 2023
50+ Bonkers-Good Wellness Sales This Memorial Day Weekend You Really Can't Pass Up
Friends, rejoice! Memorial Day weekend is nigh, which means summer is just around the corner.…
By Gina Vaynshteyn
Here's How To Take an Effective Mini Mental Health Break During the Work Day—So You Can Feel More Focused and Less Stressed
May 18, 2023
Here's How To Take an Effective Mini Mental Health Break During the Work Day—So You Can Feel More Focused and Less Stressed
We see you, and we know you deserve a break. Maybe you work from home…
By Rachel Kraus
4 Morning Habits of the Longest-Living People in the World
May 15, 2023
4 Morning Habits of the Longest-Living People in the World
For lessons on longevity, you'd be remiss not to at least consider the morning habits…
By Francesca Krempa
I’m a Single Mom With Anxiety and Depression, So I Do These 6 Things for My Mental Health Every Single Day
May 14, 2023
I’m a Single Mom With Anxiety and Depression, So I Do These 6 Things for My Mental Health Every Single Day
I've been combatting depression and anxiety for most of my life. But once I became…
By Sarah Bregel
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