The Fall season is a wonderful time of year to get back to self-care and love. Discover 30 different self-care ideas to try out this Fall!
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Introduction
The start of a new season is an opportunity for reflection. It’s a chance to reset your life and embrace a whole new season.
Fall is the perfect time to get focused inwards and treat ourselves with love and self-care. Think cozy, warm vibes – is there anything better?
“Life Starts All Over Again When It Gets Crisp In The Fall.” ~ F. Scott Fitzgerald
Discover 30 self-care ideas you can try this Fall season!
Want to take it to the next level? Make it a daily challenge to tackle all these self-care ideas!
The Ultimate List of Fall Self-Care Ideas
1. Make your home cozy
After a busy and likely warm summer, it’s time to start making our home cozy again for the cooler weather. Set up the pretty twinkly lights in all the right spots, light up deliciously scented candles, and pull out all the warm, cozy blankets and pillows.
Now that we’re likely to spend more time indoors, it’s worth it to get your home Fall-ready and enjoyable.
2. Grab all your favourite Fall beverages
Whether you love coffee, tea, or cocktails, you can enjoy all of your favourite seasonal drinks.
It’s a great time to visit your local cafes to try out all the new Fall flavours – from pumpkin spice, to apple cider, cinnamon, and more!
I personally love Pumpkin-spice coffee but enjoy making it myself at home. Visit your local grocery stores to put your own fall twist on any of your usual drinks.
Sometimes, being able to DIY your own seasonal drinks makes it super accessible and indulgent – without unneeded crazy prices!
3. Create a new Fall playlist
New season, new mood, new vibes.
Create a new Fall playlist to match your environment. Imagine what songs feel warm, cozy, and perfect for days when you stay at home cuddled up in blankets, drinking your favourite Fall beverage.
4. Get new books to read
Is it just me, or does Fall season scream “Get lost in a new book” season. As the leaves fall, and the rain pours, there’s nothing quite like sitting at home bundled up on the couch with a book.
One of my recent favourite subscriptions is Scribd, which is an online library that operates like Netflix. You get access to digital books, audiobooks, magazines, podcasts and more – all at a great price! I highly recommend you check it out – I tell everyone about it!
If you want to be more budget-friendly, there’s always the beautiful perk of going to your local library. Grab several books at a time to stock up for the season!
5. Start a new journal
The start of a new season always feels transformative in its own way. It’s the beginning of something new. This also makes it perfect timing to start a new journal!
Whether you’re an avid journaler or have yet to give it a try – it’s a good time to start fresh.
Grab a cute new journal, some fun pens, and just start writing. It’s a therapeutic and meditative experience – plus there’s something special about starting a fresh new notebook.
If you don’t know where to start, check out 50 journal prompts that I recommend! And remember, enjoy the process!
Related: 50 Journal Prompts for Self Discovery and Personal Growth
6. Swap your wardrobe over for fall
As we start to need our summer clothes less and less, it’s time to start swapping your wardrobe over to fall!
Pack those summer clothes away, and pull out all your warm, cozy sweaters and comfy pants. In the process – let go of items you no longer use or love.
7. Treat yourself to new warm fall clothing
While I’m not so big on following trends, I love picking up a few new pieces to add to my wardrobe each season.
Go on a little shopping spree and treat yourself to items that can elevate your current wardrobe and allow for even more mixing and matching.
If you’re into it, go try out some of the trends, or maybe you can finally invest in pieces you’ve always wanted but never splurged on.
I finally bought a timeless trench coat after putting it off season after season – and I can’t wait to wear it!
What items can you add to your wardrobe that can make you feel like a million bucks?
8. Get back to your daily routine
..Or start one if you don’t have one yet.
I get it. I’ve noticed that over time, my daily routine has evolved again and again. Sometimes I get off track, especially when life feels busy.
Summer can be a busy period with trips, many events, and lots of fluctuations in our schedule.
Fall is a great season for us to be intentional with our daily routine and get back to consistency.
If you have been consistent (props!) maybe consider switching it up a little bit. Sometimes variety and change can also bring excitement to our long-standing routines!
9. Get organized
There isn’t a better time to get organized, in any (or all) parts of your life! Let’s be honest, this year has been a whirlwind. With all the ups and downs of living through a pandemic, it can also reflect in our life.
If you’re wanting to be more on top of your life, here are a few things to get organized:
- Your desktop
- Your digital files & folders
- Your closets & drawers
- Your pantry
- Your fridge & freezer
- Your purses
- Your desk
- Your phone apps
And so on! Look around you – notice your physical and digital environment. Assess what needs organization and make it happen.
You’ll feel lighter and in control afterward!
10. Declutter your home
Not only do you want to organize everything, but while you’re at it, it’s a perfect opportunity to declutter.
Fall is a season of releasing and letting go. Declutter your home to release the things you no longer need.
Maybe there are clothes that no longer fit or items that no longer match your lifestyle, or perhaps you’ve just outgrown things.
It’s a great exercise in letting go and moving on. As a result, you’ll also make space for new and wonderful things.
Decluttering only makes space for more items that you absolutely adore.
11. Get clear on your goals for the rest of the year
So when was the last time you looked at your New Year’s goals? How are they going so far?
Review those goals and reassess which ones you want to crush by the end of the year.
Or perhaps, things have changed since then and you want to set entirely new goals.
The point is – you’ve still got time to make those goals happen. By getting clear on your goals in this season, you intentionally prepare yourself to achieve them.
If you’re looking for some tips on how to effectively plan and reach your goals, check out the following related posts!
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12. Review your year so far
As you reflect on your goals, it’s also important to reflect upon your year and everything that has come out of it so far!
Some great ways to do this include:
- Writing a gratitude list for the year
- Writing down your summer memories
- Making a scrapbook of your favourite pics
- Say thank you to people who have impacted your year
- Journaling about what you’ve learned so far
- Reflecting on how much you’ve grown
There are so many ways to review your year, find one way that you like most!
13. Bake yummy treats
Nothing says fall like delicious cozy desserts. Make all the brownies, cakes, pastries that you love – or that your loved ones would enjoy!
Yummy treats are always better when shared with your favourite people.
14. Invest in Yourself
I’m a true believer in the power of investing in yourself. I believe that there’s nothing quite as important as investing in your growth, development, and well-being.
Whether you’re investing in:
- Courses
- Coaches or Mentors
- Memberships
- Books
- Self-care
- Fitness classes or equipment
Or anything else that you believe will help you live a better life. There are so many ways to invest in yourself, what matters is that you make the most of the investments you make.
Remember, you are your biggest asset – take care of yourself! If you want to learn more, check out a list of different ways to invest in yourself.
Related: 20 Impactful Ways to Invest in Yourself and Improve Your Life
15. Create new Fall affirmations
Affirmations are powerful tools for our personal growth and mindset. Whenever we repeat empowering affirmations to ourselves, the more we reinforce the truth of that statement.
If we intentionally choose affirmations that we resonate with and repeat them often, we get to create our dream life – one affirmation at a time!
The start of a new season is perfect for us to review your affirmations and create new ones.
Here are a few examples:
- I choose to level up my life in this season
- I will make the most of every moment I have left in 2021
- I will reach all the goals I set for myself this year
Be creative and write affirmations that lift you up and empower you to get through this season with confidence, joy, and success!
If you need some ideas to get started, I have 30 powerful affirmations for you to check out!
Related: 30 Uplifting and Empowering Affirmations To Create Your Dream Life
16. Plan for the Holiday season
The holiday season is coming! With so many exciting holidays and events throughout the Fall and Winter, it’s time to start preparing (mentally and financially)!
Start thinking about potential events you’ll attend, gifts you might need to buy, or even trips you might make this year (considering all safety measures of course).
You might also want to start saving now, in order to feel comfortable and on top of your finances when the time comes to spend on gifts, events, and all the wonderful things that the holidays bring.
17. Start a new hobby for fun
Ever wanted to start a new hobby but couldn’t find the time? Sometimes, we have to make that time. Make this season the one where you finally get new hobbies.
Get creative, find inspiration, and just get started!
Feeling stuck? Go explore on Pinterest or YouTube and see what intrigues you. Remember, hobbies are meant to be fun and enjoyable. Plus, you can have multiple hobbies.
So go easy on yourself, be playful, and have fun!
18. Learn something new
Curious about a topic?
Always wanted to be good at something?
Why not dive in and learn?
Take a Masterclass, buy a course on Udemy, sign up at your community centre. Buy a book. One hour a week can move you closer to that skill.
Imagine where you’d be at the end of the year if you start now!
19. Treat yourself to a Me Day
What’s your ultimate version of a Me Day? Dedicate a whole day (or several) to yourself!
Go on a date with yourself and treat yourself to all the wonderful things that make you happy.
Whether it’s a Spa day, or maybe going to a cafe to read, or maybe it’s exploring a new city nearby.
Think about what self-care means to you, then choose your own adventure. Make it fulfilling and exciting for you!
20. Embrace Hygge
This year, I discovered hygge.
Hygge is a Danish concept that means creating a warm atmosphere and enjoying the good things in life with good people.
The colder seasons are perfect for us to discover hygge, build warm atmospheres, and spend time with the people we love!
I read The Little Book of Hygge in just one sitting – discovering all the ways to incorporate hygge into my life. I highly suggest checking it out and learning the beauty that comes with slowing down.
21. Note down what you want to let go of this season
One activity I love doing is writing down all the things I need LESS of in my life.
I did this recently, and some of the things I wrote on my list include:
- less fear
- less judgment
- less comparison
- less social media
- less negative thoughts
As you recognize things you need less of, you can also note things that you want to release completely from your life.
What things or people do you need to let go of this season?
22. Try a new recipe
With a new season comes new recipes and trends! Discover new recipes to try this Fall – whether you prefer baking or cooking (or both)!
One of my favourite places to find recipes lately are through Instagram Reels, Tik Tok, Pinterest Reels or Youtube! The simpler, the better.
If you want to go next level, Masterclass has amazing classes to learn just about any kind of recipe! I highly recommend checking them out!
23. Plan a movie marathon
Fall is the perfect season for movie nights and marathons – especially if you’re a horror movie lover and are all about Halloween!
Plan a perfect marathon with snacks, delicious beverages, and all the blankets!
24. Try a new form of exercise to move your body
Let’s get our bodies moving! Discover a new form of exercise to move your body this Fall season.
Why not try yoga, or at-home exercise videos, or maybe going to the gym and lifting weights, or taking a specialized class like boxing!
Make your workouts fun – it will keep you excited to show up!
25. Meet someone over a tea/coffee
It feels like Fall is the best time to catch up over coffees and delicious pastries. Connect with a friend you haven’t seen in a while and get your social fix in a cute cafe!
26. Overcome a fear
Why not stretch yourself by overcoming a fear? Consider what might be holding you back, and create a little action plan to finally overcome it!
Don’t let the new year come without conquering that fear – you’ll feel empowered and powerful! Remember, you are capable of anything you desire!
If you need some tips on how to overcome your fears, check out this post!
27. Spend an entire weekend doing nothing
Enjoy this slow season. The only plan: relax and do nothing!
You deserve it.
28. Refresh your look
Need an easy pick-me-up? Refresh your look!
Switch up your hairstyle.
Get new Fall makeup.
Get your nails done in warm Fall colours.
Buy new skincare products to test.
By changing something seemingly small like your nails or lipstick, you’ll feel an instant boost! Taking care of yourself and upgrading your look can make you feel better!
29. Do a Digital Detox
When did your last digital detox?
Get off your phone, turn off Netflix, and instead embrace the beautiful pitter-patter of the rain and the calm that comes with a changing season.
Turn off your social media apps for a set number of hours, or perhaps even an entire weekend!
Your mental health will thank you for it (and I only say this from experience)!
30. Go for a walk in nature
Last but certainly not least, go for a beautiful walk in nature. Embrace the leaves turning colours and enjoy the beauty of the season.
Isn’t that what life is about? Enjoying the beauty of life.
Conclusion
There you have 30 different self-care ideas to try out this Fall season! Try one, try them all!
The most important thing is to take care of yourself. Treat your body, mind, and soul with love and grace.
Enjoy the changes that come with Fall – both in nature as well as in our lives!
With love,
Tam
Which Fall Self-Care activity will you try?
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