Self Care Workbook

Gentle Self-Care for the Hard Days

A short workbook for when everything feels like too much

This workbook was created for days when you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or simply running on empty.

It’s not about fixing yourself.

It’s not about routines, discipline, or doing more.

It’s about pausing — even briefly — and giving yourself permission to breathe.

Inside, you’ll find gentle reminders and simple self-care ideas that actually fit real life. Things like stepping outside for fresh air, letting the shower run for a little longer, making a cuppa and drinking it while it’s still hot, or turning your back on the housework for five guilt-free minutes. Nothing big. Nothing unrealistic. Just small moments that help refill the cup when it’s running low.

This workbook is designed to be dipped into, not worked through from start to finish. You can open it on a hard day, choose one thing, and stop there. That’s enough.

This workbook is for you if:

• You’re burnt out, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained
• You care for others and often put yourself last
• Traditional “self-care” advice feels unrealistic or patronising
• You want something gentle, validating, and pressure-free

What you’ll receive:

• A short, calming PDF workbook
• Simple self-care ideas you can do in minutes
• Permission-based language with no expectations
• Space to pause, reflect, and ground yourself

There’s no right way to use this.

You don’t have to complete every page.

Even five minutes counts.

With love,

Nicki x