The Recipe for Self-Care: Mixing Grace, Growth, and Gratitude
This weekend, I found myself doing something I hadn’t made time for in far too long — baking. I pulled out my favorite mixing bowls, tied on my old apron (you know, the one with a suspicious streak of flour that refuses to wash out), and decided to try a new recipe. As I measured, mixed, and made a small mess of my kitchen, I realized how soothing it felt to just be in that moment.
No phone.
No to-do list.
Just me, a wooden spoon, and the smell of something sweet coming together.
And later that evening, sitting by a bonfire, I noticed something else — that same peace I’d felt while baking showed up again. The crackling of the wood, the warmth on my skin, the simple joy of being still.
That’s when it hit me: this is what self-care really looks like.
🧂Self-Care Isn’t Fancy — It’s Found
We often think self-care has to mean spa days or perfect morning routines. But sometimes, self-care is just returning to the things that remind you who you are.
It’s about choosing presence over perfection.
It’s about noticing when your body or your heart says, “Hey… I need a minute.”
And it’s about answering that call — without guilt.
For me this week, it looked like baking something new. For you, it might look like sitting in silence, walking in the cool evening air, or turning up your favorite song and dancing in the kitchen (wooden spoon microphone optional but highly encouraged).
🧁 The Coaching Connection
As a life coach, I often remind my clients that self-care isn’t selfish — it’s sacred maintenance. You can’t pour from an empty cup, but you also can’t fill it if you don’t pause long enough to notice it’s running dry.
When we slow down long enough to listen to ourselves — really listen — we start to notice what we’ve been missing.
Maybe it’s laughter.
Maybe it’s creativity.
Maybe it’s simply rest.
The key is giving yourself permission to tend to those needs before burnout forces you to.
🍯 A Sprinkle of Faith
There’s a verse that always comes to mind when I think about self-care:
“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10
It’s a gentle reminder that slowing down isn’t laziness — it’s obedience.
When we rest, we make space for God to refresh us, refill us, and remind us that we’re not meant to carry it all alone.
💭 Reflection Prompts for You
If you want to check in with yourself this week, here are a few questions to stir your heart:
What simple activity brings you peace or joy — and when’s the last time you made space for it?
Where might you be rushing through life that needs a slower, gentler touch?
What “ingredient” do you need more of right now — grace, gratitude, or growth?
🫶 Final Thought
Self-care isn’t a luxury — it’s a lifeline. It’s not about doing more; it’s about being more intentional with the time you have. So whether it’s baking, bonfires, or a quiet moment with your coffee, remember: you deserve the same care you so freely give to everyone else.
Now go preheat the oven, light the fire, or pour that cup of tea — and savor the sweet, simple moments that heal your soul.
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With love and grace,
Misty
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