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35 Self-Care Quotes That Will Inspire You to Live Your Best Life (+ A Fun Quiz)

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Self-care is not selfish. It is essential for your well-being and happiness. When you take care of yourself, you are able to give more to others and to yourself. But sometimes, it can be hard to prioritize self-care in our busy and stressful lives. That’s why I have compiled a list of 35 inspiring self-care quotes that will remind you of the importance and benefits of loving yourself more. Whether you need a gentle nudge, a powerful affirmation, or a dose of wisdom, these quotes will help you practice self-care and feel good about yourself.

What is self-care?

Self-care is the practice of taking care of your physical, mental, and emotional health. It involves doing things that make you feel good, such as eating well, sleeping enough, exercising regularly, meditating, relaxing, socializing, and pursuing your hobbies and passions.

Self-care is important because it helps you cope with stress, prevent burnout, boost your mood, enhance your self-esteem, and improve your overall well-being and happiness.

It is not selfish or indulgent to take care of yourself but a way of honoring and respecting yourself and your needs. By taking care of yourself, you can also take care of others better and contribute more to the world.

Self-care Quotes

1. “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” – Audre Lorde

2. “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” – Anne Lamott

3. “With the priority being survival, emotional health flew to the wayside. It has become imperative now that we focus on self-care. We’ve neglected it long enough. Now it’s time to relax our bodies, unwind our minds, and de-stress. Self-care is an integral part of the recuperation process.” – Dr. Shainna Ali

4. “Self-care is how you take your power back.” – Lalah Delia

5. “The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself.” – Diane Von Furstenberg

6. “Self-care is not a waste of time. Self-care makes your use of time more sustainable.” – Jackie Viramontez

7. “Self-care is giving the world the best of you, instead of what’s left of you.” – Katie Reed

8. “The only person who can pull me down is myself, and I’m not going to let myself pull me down anymore.” – C. JoyBell C.

9. “Self-care is not selfish. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” – Eleanor Brownn

10. “Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths.” – Etty Hillesum

11. “Rest and self-care are so important. When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve others from the overflow. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” – Eleanor Brownn

12. “It’s not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and to make your happiness a priority. It’s necessary.” – Mandy Hale

13. “Self-care is giving the world the best of you, instead of what’s left of you.” – Katie Reed

14. “Self-care is not a luxury. It is a necessity for our well-being.” – Deborah Day

15. “Self-care is a deliberate choice to gift yourself with people, places, things, events, and opportunities that recharge our personal battery and promote whole health — body, mind, and spirit.” – Laurie Buchanan

16. “Self-care means giving yourself permission to pause.” – Cecilia Tran

17. “Self-care is never a selfish act—it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer to others.” – Parker Palmer

18. “The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship with yourself.” – Steve Maraboli

19. “You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” – Buddha

20. “I think it’s so important for all of us to take care of ourselves so that we can come back and serve others.” – Selena Gomez

21. “I think it’s important to take care of yourself mentally and physically. It’s really important to love yourself because that’s when things fall into place.” – Vanessa Hudgens

22. “I think self-care is really important. Especially in this industry where everything is so self-absorbed. I think it’s really easy to lose track of not only who you are but also taking care of yourself.” – Shawn Mendes

Quotes on How to Do Self-Care

23. “Do something every day that is loving toward your body and gives you the opportunity to enjoy the sensations of your body.” – Golda Poretsky

24. “Nourishing yourself in a way that helps you blossom in the direction you want to go is attainable, and you are worth the effort.” – Deborah Day

25. “The only person who can pull me down is myself, and I’m not going to let myself pull me down anymore.” – C. JoyBell C.

26. “Talk to yourself like you would to someone you love.” – Brené Brown

27. “Be you, love you. All ways, always.” – Alexandra Elle

28. “When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life.” – Jean Shinoda Bolen

29. “Don’t sacrifice yourself too much, because if you sacrifice too much there’s nothing else you can give and nobody will care for you.” – Karl Lagerfeld

30. “I have a bath every single day of my life. And if I can have two or three — amazing. Nothing terrible is going to happen in the bath, so I always find time for that. I’ll take phone conversations in the bath, anything.” – Emma Watson

Self-Care Quotes from Striving for Felicity

31.”If you think you don’t have time for self-care, then that’s usually a sign that you definitely need self-care.”

32. “Self-care doesn’t need to be face masks, bubble baths, or saunas. It can be as simple as sleeping in for once, doing yoga instead of weight lifting, or buying a fiction book to read while sunbathing.”

33. “Self-care is not selfish. It is the foundation of your well-being and the source of your joy.”

34. “Self-care is not a luxury. It is a necessity for your mental, emotional, and physical health.”

35. “Be kind to your mind and you will find peace and ease.”

Self-Care Quiz

Let’s finish this with a fun little self-care quiz to see how good you already are at taking care of yourself.

How often do you take time to do something you enjoy?

A) Every day
B) A few times a week
C) Once in a while
D) Rarely or never

How do you cope with stress?

A) I use strategies like meditation, exercise, or talking to someone
B) I try to distract myself with something fun or relaxing
C) I ignore it or bottle it up
D) I resort to unhealthy habits like smoking, drinking, or overeating

How do you feel about yourself?

A) I love and accept myself as I am
B) I appreciate my strengths and work on my weaknesses
C) I have a lot of self-doubt and criticism
D) I hate myself and feel unworthy of happiness

How do you balance your work and personal life?

A) I have clear boundaries and prioritize my needs
B) I try to manage both but sometimes feel overwhelmed
C) I tend to neglect one or the other depending on the situation
D) I have no balance and feel constantly stressed or guilty

How do you take care of your physical health?

A) I eat well, exercise regularly, and get enough sleep
B) I do some of these things but not consistently
C) I only do these things when I have to or feel like it
D) I don’t do any of these things and often feel tired or sick

The scoring is as follows:

For each A answer, give yourself 4 points.
For each B answer, give yourself 3 points.
For each C answer, give yourself 2 points.
For each D answer, give yourself 1 point.

The results are as follows:

If you scored between 20 and 16 points, you have excellent self-care habits. You value yourself and your well-being and make sure to take care of your physical, mental, and emotional needs. Keep up the good work!
If you scored between 15 and 11 points, you have good self-care habits. You generally take care of yourself and try to cope with stress in healthy ways. However, you may sometimes neglect your needs or feel overwhelmed by your responsibilities. Try to find more time and ways to relax and enjoy yourself.
If you scored between 10 and 6 points, you have poor self-care habits. You often ignore or suppress your feelings and needs and rely on unhealthy coping mechanisms. You may also struggle with low self-esteem or lack of motivation. You need to start prioritizing yourself and your health more and seek professional help if needed.
If you scored between 5 and 0 points, you have very poor self-care habits. You don’t take care of yourself at all and may suffer from serious physical or mental health issues. You may also have a negative or harmful view of yourself and your life. You need to seek immediate professional help and start making positive changes in your lifestyle.

I hope this quiz was helpful for you. Remember that self-care is not selfish; it is essential for your well-being. 😊

I hope you enjoyed reading these self-care quotes and found some inspiration and motivation to take care of yourself.

Self-care is not a luxury but a necessity for your well-being and happiness. It is also a way of showing yourself love, compassion, and respect. By practicing self-care, you are not only improving your own life but also the lives of those around you.

So don’t hesitate to treat yourself well and do what makes you feel good. You deserve it!

What are some of your favorite self-care quotes or tips? How do you practice self-care in your daily life? Share your thoughts and experiences with us in the comments below. We would love to hear from you!

Until next time, Felicity Seeker!