1 . Take pleasure in the things that have always mattered , but now they mean even more .
Comfort … the things that sustain us .
2 . Move your body , stretch , dance , do ballet , yoga , Pilates , walk briskly in the crisp autumn air .
3 . Focus on conscious breathing . Whenever you feel anxiety , change your breathing by focusing on it . Slowing your breathing will bring you back to balance .
4 . Set the scene with scented candles . The very act of lighting a candle and watching it glow brings comfort .
5 . Have a cup of steaming aromatic tea .
14 . Listen to the volume and type of sound in your living space . Put on calm , melodic or soothing music , and get rid of any annoying sounds .
15 . Take on small projects that you have been thinking about doing but never had the time . Clean out your closet or storage space . Change all the light bulbs in lights that have gone out or replace batteries .
16 . Eat flavorful food : oranges and savory spices are popular in the fall . Cook stews , soups and sauces that are highly aromatic and leave a lingering scent . Indulge in comfort food , mac and cheese , mashed potatoes , or freshly baked bread .
6 . Celebrate the end of your day with a long warm soak in the tub .
7 . Treat yourself to a mini spa . Use face masks , bubble bath , moisturizes , and exfoliating grains . Take time to take care of your skin , nails and hair .
8 . Enjoy coziness ( think fluffy blankets , fluffy socks and fluffy pants )! It ’ s important to pamper your body !
9 . Pull out your old photos to remember those whom you love , those whom you ’ ve lost and those who you are finding again .
10 . Pray like you ’ ve never prayed before . How you pray matters not . What is important are the honest words that speak from the core of your heart . Offer Thanksgiving for all of the small things you have been given .
11 . Imagine the possibilities . Visualize the positive . Imagine something really exciting ? What are you looking forward to doing ? What are you looking forward to most ?
12 . Speak glowingly about yourself to yourself . Look at yourself in the mirror and be proud of everything you ' ve accomplished in the past few weeks .
13 . Change the lighting in the room . Lighting can affect your mood dramatically . If your anxiety is heightened , lower the lights .
17 . Minimize screen time . Staring at screens too long gives us attention deficit disorder and makes it difficult to sleep at night .
18 . Call someone who makes you feel happy . Everyone has people in their lives who bring them comfort just by hearing the sound of their voice .
19 . Cry if you need to . A good cry works wonders !
20 . Find comfort with your pets or ( Zoom or Facetime with someone who has pets ). Our animals are so happy to have us home all the time !
21 . Host a meeting or coffee date via Zoom or Facetime . Schedule group calls with your friends and family .
22 . Read a new book , or reread one of your favorite books .
23 . Journal . Writing is the best way to capture your feelings and to get new ideas .
24 . Do something nice for someone close to you . Send a card to someone you love or maybe to someone you haven ’ t been in touch with in a long time .
25 . Imagine the possibilities and the joy we can bring to each other . Do something nice for a stranger .