Autumn Self Care – 44 Ideas That You’ll Love

Autumn means cooler temperatures, shorter days, and pumpkin spice everything. The holidays are around the corner and life always seems to become busy. That’s why we suggest that you focus on some autumn self care!

Don’t let yourself get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holidays, take some time to celebrate yourself!

Why is Autumn Self Care so Important?

We think that self care is important year-round but especially in Autumn due to the change of weather and shorter days. Shorter days means that you might wrap up your work day in the dark.

There’s less sun to enjoy during the day and this can limit outdoor activities. If you’re used to spending time outdoors after work, you’ll experience a big change in your routine.

On top of that, the crisp air has less humidity and our skin is more prone to getting dry. Don’t get us wrong, we love fall and it’s one of our favorite seasons, we just want to make sure that you prioritize yourself!

44 Self Care Ideas to Try This Fall

Our autumn self care list is focused on a few things: comfort, growth, and thriving with the autumn season.

• Decorate! Autumn is such a fun season. Invite some friends over and have a pumpkin carving night or switch up the tradition and paint pumpkins. The fall craft ideas are endless!
• Eat Seasonal Fruits and Veggies – Some of our favorite nutritious fall fruits and veggies are: bell peppers, carrots, asian pears, and persimmons
• Go Apple Picking – Apples are another fruit in season in fall and it’s a fun day time activity. Put on a cute outfit, grab your friends or family and pick some apples!
• Bake Pumpkin Bread – Pumpkin is a focal point of autumn and so it’s only right to make some pumpkin bread.
• Try a Digital Detox – Even one day without social media can do wonders for your mental health. Sunday is usually a great day for a digital detox. Stay off social media for the entire day and spend your time on some Autumn Self Care ideas.
• Get a Spooky Manicure – Halloween/Autumn nails are so fun!
• Send a Friend a Pumpkin Spice Latte – Random acts of kindness are great ways to practice self care. Grab lattes with a friend or send them a venmo to get a latte on you!
• Host a Hocus Pocus Night – When we think Fall Movies, we think about Hocus Pocus. Grab your girls, some Hot Toddy’s and host a fun movie night.
• Chase Fall Colors – If you live in an area where the leaves change, spend the day riding bikes or driving around to check out the fall colors.
• Buy some Fall Candles – Nothing warms up a house like a Fall Candle!

Self Love Quote: “When you say ‘yes’ to others make sure you are not saying ‘no’ to yourself.” – Paulo Coelho

• Buy a New Cozy Sweater or Scarf – You have to be prepared for Sweater Weather!
• Journal About What You Want to Accomplish Before the End of the Year – what are important things you’d like to do before the year’s end?
• Try a New Hair Style – The weather is dry and you may want to treat yourself to some hair masks. Try to avoid blow-drying your hair if you can. Braid your hair when it’s almost dry will create soft waves when it dries.
• Focus on Your Immunity – Prioritize taking vitamins and eating whole meals that will boost your immune system. Ginger is great in tea or in smoothies for an added immunity boost.
• Wake up Early to Spend Time Focused on Yourself – If you can wake up early one day a week, you’d be surprised how easy it is to spend time on yourself. Wake up 10 minutes early to meditate or stretch.
• Get Out of Your Comfort Zone – When was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone? Make friends with a stranger, try out a new gym class, eat dinner at a restaurant alone, or do something else that will build your confidence.
• Create a Vision Board for the Upcoming Year – Making a Vision board is so fun and it’s a great time to start thinking about all the wonderful things you want to achieve and manifest in the upcoming year!
• Volunteer – Autumn is a great time to volunteer at a food bank, animal shelter, or online by sharing a skill of yours.
• Learn About Yourself – This might seem funny but we love learning about personality types, birth charts, and your love language.
• Practice Positive Self Talk – Stop negative talk and replace it with positive words.

Bonus Self Love Quote: “Talk to yourself like someone you love.” – Brene Brown

• Make Hot Toddy’s! A Hot Toddy is always a crowd-pleaser for autumn gatherings.
• Host a Sweater Clothing Swap – This is a super fun and sustainable way of recycling clothing. Invite a few friends over and tell everyone to bring 1-2 sweaters. At the end of the night, you’ll have 1 or 2 new sweaters for free!
• Practice Forgiveness – Forgive yourself for something in the past or forgive someone in your life.
• Build a Gratitude Practice – Keep a journal by your bed side and start each morning but writing down three things you are grateful for!
• Move Your Body – Try out a new workout.
• Plan a Personal Growth Day – Read a book, rest, pick up a new skill, or challenge yourself by starting to master a new skill.
• Moisturize Your Skin – If it’s a DIY skincare option or you buy a new lotion with extra moisture, it’s important to keep your skin moisturized as it’s dry outside.
• Place a Humidifier in Your Room – We sound like a broken record player but the air is dry. There’s way less humidity and this can cause dry skin, nose, and other issues. Humidifiers also come with air purifiers which will help you stay in tip-top shape this Autumn.
• Simplify your Meals – With less time in the day, it’s a great idea to reduce time spent cooking. Try meal prepping or cooking larger portions so you can eat leftovers the next day.
• Prioritize Your Sleep – Take sleep seriously! Sleep is so crucial to recovery and growth. We have a list of fun sleep hygiene ideas that you can try out today.

Self Love Quote: “Love yourself. Be clear on how you want to be treated. Know your worth. Always.” – Maryam Hasnaa

• Make a Switch from Toxic to Non-Toxic Cleaning Products: Here’s a guide to get you started!
• Try Tree Therapy – Tree Bathing is part of the Japanese culture. Spend 5+ minutes outside to benefit from nature and trees. It’s believed that tree therapy can improve mood and boost the immune system.
• Write a Yelp or Google Review for a Small Business – If you’ve had a great experience at a restaurant or were impressed by a small business, support them with a positive review.
• Declutter Your Inbox – How many email lists do you need to unsubscribe from? Automate this task by using tools like unroll.me to declutter your inbox.
• Create a Self Care Budget – By prioritizing yourself and allocating funds to self care, you’ll be more likely to follow through. Even if it’s $5/week, you’d be surprised at how your self care budget will add up!
• Try an Adult Coloring Book – You don’t need to be Picasso to make a masterpiece. Try using Autumn colors and you’ll be amazing at your work!
• Donate to a Charity of Your Choice – If you’re in a place where you can donate to a charity, go for it! You’ll feel great and you’ll positively impact an organization or person.
• Start Your Day with A Cold Shower – This might not seem like self-care but there are so many positive benefits to cold showers! You’ll likely be sharper and energized throughout the day!
• Go on a Date – You can plan a date with a significant other, plan a girls day, take your grandma on a lunch date, or even take yourself on a date! Plan something fun and try to get a loved one to go with you!

Bonus Self Love Quote: “Make happiness your priority and be gentle with yourself in the process.” – Bronnie Ware

• Make a Playlist of Your Favorite Songs – Music can instantly improve your mood and make you want to dance. Create a playlist of songs that you absolutely love for the next time you need a good playlist!
• Start Each Morning with a Glass of Water – It’s important to stay hydrated during the fall and if you drink a glass of water first thing in the morning, you’ll get your day started on the right foot!
• Create Positive Sticky Notes and Put Them Around the House – Who wouldn’t want to look at a “hey beautiful” sticky note on the bathroom mirror?
• Say Thank You to 5 Different People in 1 Day – Gratitude creates positive experiences. If you are shopping, thank the clerk and bagger. If you’re working, thank your colleague. You’d be surprised to see how happy people are to receive a genuine thank you!
• End Each Day by Thinking About Something Great That Happened To You – As you lay in bed at night, think about 1+ things that were great about your day. Use this as a catalyst for what positive things you want to happen the next day.

Final Thoughts

If you’ve visited our blog before, you know that we love self care! We hope you love this list of Autumn Self Care Ideas and we’d love to hear about any Fall Self Care Ideas that You Love!