I think the topic of self-care has been growing more popular lately, turning into a fad or a false ideal. When we think of what it looks like, we can generally imagine someone soaking in a bath and drinking wine. Don't get me wrong, that sounds like a dream, but it's not always so indulgent. From personal experience, I can't enjoy the bubble bath until I get the messy stuff done first. My goal is to show that self-care is more than just slapping on a face mask and letting yourself fall deeper in a Netflix series. You still have to do what's best for yourself!

Sometimes you have to put your foot down when it comes to your priorities. I know when I'm dreading a task, it will eat me up inside until it gets completed. I mean seriously, I get the worst anxiety yet, I still procrastinate!

That homework that you're putting off? Do it. That errand you need to run? Mark it off your to-do list. When you get home, that's when you can indulge in something fun. These are some prime examples of prioritizing what will actually make you feel better, instead of what will temporarily cure your angst.

Here are some less fun ideas for self-care that won't leave you feeling guilty!