Self-Care Sunday
Skincare is a vital part of self-care and some pampering never hurt anyone. Facials and skin treatments are a great way to treat yourself, feel less stressed and give your skin a healthy glow. Bluemercury offers you the opportunity to treat your skin with a seasonal facial or to unwind with a hot stone massage. You can also get expert advice and unique cosmetics all handpicked by CEO and co-founder Marla Malcolm Beck that will have you looking like a show stopper for your next big event or night on the town.
Manicures and pedicures keep your nails looking healthy and provide relaxation and relief to two parts of your body under constant stress every day. A mani-pedi is a fantastic approach to unwinding. Your feet and hands will feel amazing as your blood circulation improves, your pain goes away and your stress goes down. Located just off campus, Luxe Nail Bar has a friendly and skillful staff and a full slate of manicure and pedicure services. So, make a reservation, choose a color to match your mood, and let the pampering commence.
Daily exercise boosts your mood and reduces stress and anxiety, not to mention helps you shed extra weight. Getting regular physical exercise and taking steps to protect yourself from contracting colds and flu bugs are fundamental aspects of self-care. Philadelphia Runner’s culture is built around the idea that working out can and should be fun. Whether you're walking around our neighborhood or training for your first half-marathon, PR customizes each fitting to help you select the best shoe to meet your needs. And don’t forget to join in on Philadelphia Runner’s weekly University City group run every Sunday morning!
Sometimes the best thing to do for your self-care is to know when it is time to say no to everyone else and yes to some time for yourself. When that time hits, we suggest you sneak away for a couple hours and take in one of the latest releases at Cinemark Theatre. Scared of going to the movies alone? Don’t be, research has shown that we require two hours alone per day. It allows us to escape from social media and work pressures and improves our mental health and wellbeing. Like yoga or meditation, watching a movie on the big screen demands that you park yourself in the present moment and let it unfold, just without twisting yourself into a pretzel.
Spending time outside can lower blood pressure, reduce stress and help you be more mindful. And studies have even shown that getting outside can help you sleep better, especially if you are doing some light physical activity like walking. Penn Park features 24 acres of green space along the Schuylkill River filled with fields, tennis courts and a system of pathways that stretch from Walnut Street to South Street, all within Penn’s campus. Enjoy the outdoors and some beautiful views of Center City all while stretching your legs!
It can be hard to find free time for you, making it a high priority is a gift to give yourself. Go for a long walk, get a blow out, or enjoy a good movie. The more you can work in self-care, the better you’ll feel living your best life.