10 Ways to Practice Self-Care in Carmel Valley

Let’s be honest: Generally speaking, 2020 has been a pretty rotten year. A lot of us have been stressed, depressed, or even scared about the state of the world, what with the pandemic, the unrest in our nation, and the perilous political climate.

So here’s some genuine advice: Don’t forget to take care of yourself. Allow yourself to be pampered, to blow off some steam, and to channel your stress in a positive way. Don’t let a rough season in American life compromise your mental, physical, or emotional wellbeing.

There are plenty of ways for you to practice self-care here in Carmel Valley. Here are just a few options.

Practicing Self-Care in Carmel Valley

• Take a yoga class. Visit us here at Merge Carmel Valley, the proud home of Rise Prime Wellness. Yoga is a great way to work through pent-up anxieties.

• Schedule some nail time. You don’t need to go anywhere fancy. Set up a home salon, turn on relaxing music, and give yourself a manicure or a pedicure.
  Spend some time reading. Self-care can be as simple as blocking off an hour of time where you can sit, without any distractions, and just sink into a good book. Turn off the alerts on your phone to ensure that it’s you time.
  Take a bubble bath. Go all out, not just with bubbles but also with some mood-setting candles, some sweet scents, and some chill music.
  Order food from your favorite place. Treat yourself to a DoorDash or UberEats special! Splurge on a meal you love from one of your favorite Carmel Valley establishments.
  Do something crafty. Creativity can be a healthy outlet for stress. There are plenty of options, too… painting, sewing, or simply sitting down with a coloring cook.
  Pamper yourself. There are a lot of great places you could go for skin treatments, including Coastal Skin and Eye Institute. We’re so pleased to have these amazing wellness providers here at Merge Carmel Valley. (And hey, why not get a new pair of glasses while you’re there?)

• Take a mental health day. Call in from work and allow yourself to spend the day napping, binging favorite shows, or soaking up some sunshine… all without feeling any guilt about it.

• Go for a drive. Hit the road, crank the tunes, and just enjoy some time behind the wheel. No specific destination required!

• Clean and declutter. This may not be everyone’s idea of a good time… but if there’s a messy spot in your house that’s been bugging you, why not spend some time whipping it into shape?

These are just a few ways to care for yourself during these unsettling times.

Remember, you can practice self-care in the form of Carmel Valley yoga, Carmel Valley dermatology, and more. To find out more, check out our directory of tenants. And note that we’re following all coronavirus protections, including social distancing and mask requirements. Come treat yo’ self as safely as possible.