‘Things every woman should do alone regularly’ is on the menu today.
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I know that adulthood can get complicated and life gets in the way sometimes.
But there’s a unique kind of joy and peace that comes with doing some things alone.
Dear woman, this piece was specially tailored with you in mind.
It’s very easy for women (both single and married) to get drowned in a sea of commitments.
They have family, friends, work, and most times, social obligations to attend to, leaving them with no breathing space.
It’s true that attending to these obligations are a way of building healthy relationships with other people.
However, it’s not advisable to sacrifice your relationship with yourself at the altar of building relationships with other people.
You can’t give what you don’t have.
Invest in yourself first.
Only then can you be fit enough to relate wholly with others.
Find below, a list of the things you should do alone regularly as a woman.
14 Things Every Woman Should Do Alone Regularly
1. Get a manicure and pedicure
One of the ideal things every woman should do alone regularly is getting their nails done.
All you need to do is visit a nail salon, and choose a nail design and color.
Then, sit back and let the nail technician do their magic.
Entertain yourself by listening to some music or reading a book.
Whichever you choose, be alert for when the nail technician needs your attention.
If you’d rather skip visiting a nail technician, you can purchase a manicure/pedicure set and get your nails done by yourself.
There are so many easy and beautiful nail DIYs on the internet to choose from.
2. Gaze up at the stars
Instead of worrying about things that you can’t change, why not take a moment to appreciate the work of art that’s nature?
You can achieve this by gazing up at the star-studded sky.
Spread a mat or blanket out on your balcony or anywhere else you have a clear view of the sky.
Let go of your worries for the moment and gaze at the beauty that’s staring right back at you.
3. Enjoy a bubble bath
Can you remember the last time you soaked yourself up in a long, luxurious bubble bath?
It won’t come as a surprise if some women have never had a bubble bath before.
But don’t worry.
We listen but we don’t judge.
It’s one of the things every woman should do alone regularly.
You can turn it up a notch by adding Epsom salt or some fragrant bath oil into the bath water.
Light some candles right there in the bathroom and play a collection of relaxing music from a speaker or your phone while you soak in.
I also suggest that you top it off by pouring a glass of your favourite drink to sip on while you’re in the bath.
4. Read books
Reading books doesn’t ever go out of fashion.
It keeps you enlightened, widens your knowledge of different topics, and adds more words to your vocabulary.
If you’ve not read any book this year, this is your cue to start.
And if you’ve started, well done.
You’re on the right track.
5. Make your favourite drinks at home
There are certainly drinks you love to order whenever you hang out.
Have you ever thought of learning how to make them at home?
It’s one of the things every woman should do alone regularly.
The Internet houses a lot of DIY drinks that you can practice and learn how to make easily in the comfort of your home.
You can tweak the recipes a bit to create your own special drink.
Amazing, right?
6. Binge-watch TV shows
It’s not you over-indulging when all you want to do is to just stay in bed all day and watch some of your favourite TV shows.
Sometimes, give into the urge and watch some of the interesting shows that have been on your to-watch list since like forever.
You’re also permitted to rewatch the ones you’ve seen before.
For this activity, snacks and drinks are not a prerequisite.
But the experience will be more enjoyable if you added them to the mix.
7. Relax at home
Spending time alone doesn’t always entail going out.
Sometimes, all you need is to relax in your house.
It’ll be nice to have the house all to yourself for some hours.
Then, just relax, get some quiet, and do absolutely nothing.
8. Book a spa session
Having a spa day is one of the things every woman should do alone regularly.
It’s a great form of self-care that has proven to be helpful in getting rid of headaches, anxiety, and depression.
If you can’t afford to visit a spa, you can formula any face mask of your choice at home.
Again, the Internet houses a lot of options that you can choose from.
Remember to have some cool slices of cucumber for your eyes.
9. Go on a food tour in your city
You can also go on a food tour in your city.
There are so many types of food and flavours that are yet unexplored.
Learn their names and if possible, try them out.
Savour the burst of flavours and enjoy the tastes.
Not only will your stomach be full at the end of the tour, you’ll have learnt a lot of new things and tried out new dishes too.
In my opinion, it’s a win-win for you.
10. Meditate
Meditation is an essential part of our lives.
It offers numerous benefits for both the physical and mental health.
In addition to boosting the health and alertness of the brain as you age, it reduces stress and improves concentration.
11. Go see a movie
Have you ever been to the movies alone?
No?
You should try it out sometime.
It’s a good way to unwind from all of life’s stress.
Immerse yourself in the intriguing storyline of a good movie and feel rejuvenated after.
12. Watch the sunrise and sunset
You deserve to begin and end the day with a beautiful view.
And what better way to achieve that than by watching the sun rise and set.
Find a strategic location that offers a great view — it mustn’t be in your house but if it is, better.
Sit out with some snacks and a cup of tea or coffee.
While watching the sun, evaluate the day that’s about to begin or end.
Honestly, that’s a great way to collect your thoughts and plan ahead.
13. Go on solo dates
Part of the things every woman should do alone regularly is going on solo dates for lunch or dinner.
Being a lover of good food, I’ll tell you for a fact that it’s just few things that trump the joy of eating good food at a restaurant.
Order whatever you want and have a swell time eating too your feel.
You also get to look around, enjoy the restaurant’s ambience, and see other people.
14. Give yourself a treat
I made it a personal rule to always reward myself whenever I have an achievement.
And it doesn’t matter how little the achievement might be, or how small the reward is.
A treat is a treat.
Don’t get so caught up in fulfilling every other obligation that you end up not doing nice things for yourself.
There are certain things you wish for.
From time to time, give yourself a treat.
Splurge on yourself.
Get those ‘vanities’ you crave.
You don’t even need the permission of anyone because you’ve worked so hard.
Remember — you only live once (YOLO).
