15 Mantras That Remind You To Take Care Of Yourself

With the hustle and bustle of life, it can be hard to remember to take care of ourselves but thankfully, these 15 self-care mantras are here to help remind us that we are worthy of our attention and care that we so freely give to other people and things. Take some time out of your day to read these self-care mantras that you can recite to help you stay on track on the whole “I am going to take care of me for me” path. It is important that you have a focal point that allows you to be reminded that you are someone worthy of your own attention and care. You are more worthy of it than any friend or work assignment. Tell yourself that you are capable of your goals, that you are in control of your life, and that if you come short sometimes then that it okay that simply means you are human. These self-care mantras help provide an array of support through posing ideas and thoughts that are sure to help shift yours into a more positive direction. So what are you waiting for? Read through these, pick one (or two), replay them in your mind, and start to see some changes happen in your life!

1. Self-Care Mantras #1 – Mindsets, Routines, And Habits

“It’s not enough to just hope for a happy and healthy life; it’s a combination of mindset, routines, and habits working together that will get you there.” – Robyn Conley Downs

2. Self-Care Mantras #2 – Just Be

“It’s okay to ‘just be’ taking time for yourself without the pressure of being busy. It’s not a weakness it’s finally saying I am worth it!” – Wendy Knipp

3. Self-Care Mantras #3 – Carefully Direct Your Attention

“Even when we can’t control the situation around us, we always can choose where we’re directing our attention.” – Liz Stanley, PhD

4. Self-Care Mantras #4 – Enjoy Being A Work In Progress

“If you had it all figured out today, there would be nothing to learn tomorrow. Enjoy being a work in progress.” – @hellooctober

5. Self-Care Mantras #5 – Be Strong On The Inside

“The goal is to grow so strong on the inside that nothing on the outside can affect your inner wellness without your conscious permission.” – homebody club

6. Self-Care Mantras #6 – Be Careful What You Believe

“What you believe about yourself and your life, on a deep subconscious level is what you live out daily through your actions, words, choices, and habits. It’s also what you attract and manifest more of. Be mindful of the power of your beliefs and their power over your life.” – Lalah Delia

7. Self-Care Mantras #7 – The Simple Things Matter

“Sometimes we get so caught up in life that we forget that we don’t always have to be busy; we don’t always need to be checking our email or rushing to the next thing. We need to remind ourselves that it’s okay – and absolutely necessary – to slow it all down. To take a break and enjoy nature. To turn off the tv and simply be together. To enjoy a game of cards. To ask our kids what they’re wondering about. To call our parents. To watch the sunrise. To enjoy the smell of a burning candle…We must never forget to enjoy the little things because they are never as little as we think.” – Nikki Banas

8. Self-Care Mantras #8 – Do Not Neglect Yourself

“Taking care of myself doesn’t mean ‘me first,’ it means ‘me, too.'” – L.R. Knosts

9. Self-Care Mantras #9 – Praise Improvement

“Look for the small improvements, recognize those successes and let them be a big deal.” – Elise Cripe

10. Self-Care Mantras #10 – Do Whatever Works For You

“When you focus on what works for you and what doesn’t, you step out of that comparison cycle and spiral and into your real, beautiful life.” – Robyn Conley Downs

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11. Self-Care Mantras #11 – Feel It Then Let It Pass

“Feel the feeling but don’t become the emotion. Witness it. Allow it. Release it.” – Crystal Andrus

12. Self-Care Mantras #12 – Overthinking<Choosing Peace

“Exchange your overthinking for overwhelming peace that says, ‘I can be okay without knowing everything.'” – Morgan Harper Nichols

13. Self-Care Mantras #13 – Build A Life Worth Living

“True self-care is not bath salts and chocolate cake, it’s making the choice to build a life you don’t need to escape from.” – Brianna Wiest

14. Self-Care Mantras #14 – Find Your Worth

“You have to find the courage to let go when you are no longer being pulled to the energy you want. You have to find the strength to leave when what you want is no longer there. You cannot find your worth in someone else or by proving it. Your value is found when you become aware of how worthy you are and what’s really worth your energy.” – Tiffany Moule

15. Self-Care Mantras #15 – Love Every Part Of You

“Be brave enough to take off the masks you wear out there and get to know who you are underneath. Be vulnerable enough to accept your flaws and know that they are what make you human; they are what make you real. Be confident enough to accept and cherish your strengths. Don’t minimize them or hide them… They are your beautiful gifts to share with the world. Be brave enough to say, you know what, all of this is who I am. I make so many mistakes. I can be forgetful, I am messy. But…I am doing my best with what I’ve got. And I am so proud of that. I am so proud of me. And I am proud of who I am becoming.” – Nikki Banas

These self-care mantras will hopefully get you through your week but more importantly, I hope it helps you to reshape your life for the better. Which of these self-care mantras stuck with you? Let us know in the comments below!