10 Self-Care Activities To Have The Best Fall Ever!

Happy September! It’s almost fall and that means new traditions and more self-care activities for you to partake in. Who doesn’t look fall? Cozy sweaters and yummy treats. Fall is the time to slow down and indulge in our favorite comforting activities. These 10 self-care ideas will help you have the most amazing and relaxing fall season!

Self-Care Idea 1:

Make Yourself Hot Cocoa Before Bed

One of my favorite cold weather activities is making myself hot cocoa after a looong day. I typically make it right after dinner or before bed (or both if I’m extra tired lol). Sometimes I put vegan whipped cream on it too when I’m feeling extra decadent (which is every time let’s be honest). Hot Cocoa is proven to lower physiological outcomes from stress!

Self-Care Idea 2:

Form a New Habit

Even though the New Year is months away it’s never the wrong time to start working toward our goals. Is there a change you’ve wanted to initiate in your life? The new season is a great time to start implementing those changes. Some suggestions for you are: start journaling, meditating, or making your bed.

Self Care Idea 3:

Bake a Yummy Treat

Living a healthy lifestyle is all about balance. The cooler weather means we start turning on our ovens and baking yummy foods. Baking has been proven to lower stress because we have to focus on the task at hand. Is there anything more comforting than the smell of baked goods on a rainy day? Anything with pumpkin or cinnamon is always a fall favorite!

Fall Self-Care Idea 4

Take a bubble bath

Bubble baths are the best! As a person without a bathtub, I really miss coming home to a hot bath on a chilly day. Light some candles and get your favorite soap/ lotion. Check out this post for suggestions on how to turn your bathroom into a spa.

Fall Self-Care Idea 5

Go on A Fall Hike

Just because the weather is changing doesn’t mean we have to put up our hiking shoes! Fall is actually a great time to hike because it’s not too hot meaning and you don’t have to worry as much about the sun beating down on you (you should still wear spf year round though). Plus the fall foliage is just so magical and perfect.

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Fall Self-Care Idea 6

Read a Spooky Book

If you’re like me you love all things spooky, scary, and skeleton. With Halloween coming up this is the perfect time to get lost in a good spooky book.

Fall Self-Care Idea 7

Go to a Pumpkin Patch or Apple Orchard

Grab your friends, partner, or kids and partake in this classic fall activity. Not only will being outdoors help you feel less stressed, but you can also get some quality time with your loved ones. Many pumpkin patches or apple orchards have activities that can also help you feel more relaxed.

Fall Self-Care Idea 8

Have a Scary Movie Marathon

With Halloween right around the corner, it’s a good time to watch a good scary movie. Grab your favorite candy and relax. Horror films are actually surprisingly beneficial for people with anxiety. If you’re someone who dislikes horror or you have young ones in your life, have a kid-friendly Halloween movie marathon.

Fall Self-Care Idea 9

Try a new hobby

Get a jump start on trying a new hobby. With winter around the corner, it’s important to find things to do that will keep our minds busy. Bonus points if that hobby is something that moves your body or that you could potentially make money off of in the future.

Fall Self-Care Idea 10

Cook Your Favorite Comfort Food

When I think fall I think of comforting meals: yummy soups or mashed potatoes. Comfort foods are actually good for your mental health because many of the ingredients in comfort foods release the happy chemicals in our brains. Cooking is also good for your mental health for the same reasons baking is. Comfort food doesn’t have to be unhealthy. You can make healthy soup, casseroles, or stuffed squash. Even mashed potatoes can be healthy if made from scratch.