Self-care is not just for women. Men who take care of themselves are said to be more attractive, outgoing in nature, and in-tuned with their wants and needs.
Most of the men that I know generally do well when it comes to taking care of responsibilities, but more can be done in the department of overall wellness.
Taking care of yourself is about promoting and increasing your overall mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Self-care can be establishing a weekly routine that helps you develop structure.
If you are ready to start living in a way that brings forth radiance, here are a few self-care routines to implement specifically for men who are ready t get a little zin.
Exercise, Eat Better
Not only does exercise release endorphins, but exercise is also a great way to release tension and rid your body of whatever frustrations that build up.
Aside from having sex, exercising can increase feelings of self-worth and esteem. Once you leave the gym, take a second to fuel your body with leafy greens. Ditch fast food and opt in for a healthy shake, and salad (yes men can eat salads) like kale, spinach, and asparagus.
Use Moisturizing Products
Men’s bodies are generally not as delicate as women’s but it still requires care. Fortunately, there are many products available to help fight dry skin.
A good way to care for your skin is to purchase a shower gel or soap that helps to moisturize your skin. After a shower, it is also a good idea to apply lotion to lock in that moisture for smooth silky skin.
Practice Positive Self-Talk
Start to use positive language and positive self-talk to counteract the times when you undermine your efforts or criticize your results. Use positive self-talk enough and you might actually start to believe you are as awesome as your girlfriend or mom thinks you are.
A few examples of positive self-talk include statements like:
- ” I did my best today”
- ” I am enough, even if it doesn’t feel like so right now”
- ” Tomorrow I can do better”
- ” I am a good person”
- ” I deserve to be loved”
- ” My goals are important, I will achieve them”
- “I love myself”
- ” I am beautiful”
Hang Out With Like-Minded People
“Birds of a feather flock together”, and nothing turns a person off more than a man who has a bunch of ill-mannered, reckless, immature friends.
Growing apart from friends is a normal part of life, but hanging around others that aren’t a true reflection of who you aspire to be can be damaging in the long run.
For men who are experiencing rifts within friendships, try breaking away from old ties and venture out to meeting new guys that whom you share similar grown-up interests in. Try taking up a new hobby, joining a Facebook group, or talking to new co-workers.
Grow a Beard
From what I’ve been told, growing a beard is not for the faint of hearts. Just like growing the hair on your head, it takes time and patience to see the results of a full and healthy beard.
If you are lucky and have enough facial hair to grow a beard, you have to take care of it and trim it. This not only will give you a more mannish appearance, but it will also introduce consistency in your daily routine.
There are many self-care routines that men can implement for a higher feeling of self. The goal here is to do things that make you feel good both inside and out. Take it from someone who knows, the more love that you pour into yourself, the better off you’ll be.