Renew your energy this spring with these self-care tips
Mar 04, 2025 07:57PM ● By Nancy J. Schaaf, RN
While many focus on spring cleaning their homes, few talk about refreshing the mind and body. Just as we declutter our spaces, we need to care for ourselves. A self-care reset is the perfect way to step into spring feeling renewed and ready to embrace the season with clarity.
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Taking care of ourselves isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. Prioritizing self-care keeps us emotionally, physically and mentally strong so we can handle the demands of daily life. Spring is the perfect opportunity to let go of what no longer serves us. It’s a chance to clear out habits, routines and thoughts that aren’t beneficial and replace them with healthier, more fulfilling choices.
Discover what brings you happiness by examining your daily routines: What habits uplift you? Since self-care needs evolve with life’s responsibilities, it’s important to regularly reassess and adjust your approach.
You’re the expert on what works for you, but if you’re looking for inspiration, here are some expert-recommended self-care practices that are perfect for the warmer days ahead:
ENJOY SEASONAL FRUITS & VEGGIES
Eating fresh, seasonal produce is great for our health. A 2020 study in the journal “Nutrients” found that consuming at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily is linked to reduced depressive symptoms, lower stress levels and increased optimism.
Spring is the perfect time to embrace lighter, nutrient-rich meals. Stock up on green vegetables like peas, Swiss chard, collard greens and asparagus, and enjoy seasonal fruits like apricots and strawberries. Trying new recipes with fresh ingredients can be a fun way to maintain a healthy diet.
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GO OUTDOORS
With longer daylight hours, spring is an invitation to step outside. Take a walk, breathe in the fresh air and let the sunshine warm your body. Research shows that daylight exposure reduces stress, boosts mood and helps regulate sleep cycles by balancing circadian rhythms. Even a short outdoor break—a 10-minute walk or sitting on a park bench—can do wonders. Movement and nature are powerful mood boosters, so take advantage of the beauty around you.
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BRING GREENERY INDOORS
Seeing the emergence of blooming trees or vibrant flower patches in the yard reinvigorates us.
Bring some of that vitality into your home by adding houseplants, fresh flowers or even a small herb garden to your kitchen windowsill. Studies show that indoor greenery enhances mood, reduces stress and improves air quality.
RESET & REJUVENATE
Spring is a season of opportunity—a time to refresh routines and embrace new self-care habits. The key to a successful self-care routine is checking in with yourself regularly. Ask yourself: How am I feeling? What do I need right now? Be open to new ways of nurturing yourself and don’t be afraid to let go of habits that no longer serve you.
