practical self-care

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clean up leftover food

don't feel guilty about turning your phone off or not responding to texts - being alone can be good

make a list of books you want to read or shows/films you want to watch

chat to a friend if you feel like it, but don't feel guilty if you can't reply

eat something

splash some water on your face

wipe your face with a face wipe

take out the bins

vacuum for five minutes

do you need to make a doctor's appointment? make a doctor's appointment

wash the dishes or fill the dishwasher

clear your coat pockets/bags of receipts, train tickets etc

have a shower (if you can't, wash in the sink or with face wipes)

put all of your dirty dishes in the sink - you don't have to wash them yet, just collect them in one place

splash some water on your face

pay your bills (boring but necessary)

throw out old toiletries/sort out your bathroom cabinet

go outside for a bit (five minutes is fine)

have a shower (if you can't, wash in the sink or with face wipes)

save a bunch of videos/memes/images that make you smile. look at 'em