“Watch your actions, they become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your character.”
Vince Lombardi
Song: Crooked Teeth by Death Cab for Cutie
Article: Everyday Routines Make Life Feel More Meaningful by Matthew Sutton
Thought: A few years ago I picked up a daily skin care routine. Wash with cleanser, spritz with toner, apply serum, dab eye cream, and moisturize with light lotion. Then I added a night routine; wash face, apply night serum, comb in leave-in hair conditioner and apply restorative lip balm. Guess what? I still get acne. I still get ingrown hairs. I still get spots and sunburned. Adding all that routine made me feel better and probably does make a difference but expecting the unattainable is unrealistic. My routine isn’t about the outcome (e.g., perfect skin); my routine sets my intention (e.g., healthy habits). Intention doesn’t need to be complicated just meaningful; a simple SPF face lotion will do wonders for the skin.
The specific examples of routines you shared are also great ways to self care and show your body some love and gratitude. If people were honest, I don’t think there’s anyone who lives in a constant state of love and appreciation for their bodies. We all have something we want to change, which is why it’s so important to create routines that help you silence the inner critic and notice real gratitude about the one body we’re gifted with to take care of. ❤️