Popsugar Health & Fitness Self-Care Self-Care Ideas For Fall 11 Ways to Practice Self-Care This Season 13 September 2018 by Susi May Image Source: Getty / Eva Katalin Kondoros The chill in the air inspires us to slow down a bit, find a cosy spot to relax, and show ourselves some TLC. Remember: it's important to have a healthy relationship with yourself. We've rounded up 11 ways to promote self-care this season that celebrate changing of the leaves and the flavours of the season. Plus, these activities should help you de-stress and feel more grounded, which is important to set yourself up for a pleasant holiday season. Yeah . . . that's coming soon. Treat yourself right and you might just be surprised by how good you feel. Related: This Self-Care Wheel Will Show You Which Areas of Your Life Need Improvement Drink a Golden Latte Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Anna Monette Roberts Both spicy and sweet, a warming golden milk latte is rooted in the Ayurvedic medicine and known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It's delicious and caffeine-free, making it the perfect bevvie for an afternoon pick-me-up. Here's a golden milk recipe to try. 1 / 11 Take a Hike Image Source: Getty / Jillian Lukiwski A recent, albeit small, study found that hiking is beneficial for the mind as well as the body. Walking in nature can help decrease negative thinking, which is something we strive to do no matter the season, but honestly, hiking in Autumn is the best. The temperature is just right, and the colours of the forest delight our senses. 2 / 11 Roast Root Vegetables Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Nicole Perry Go ahead crank up your oven; it's finally cool enough to roast veggies. We're partial to the vibrant orange of sweet potatoes, but roasted cauliflower is also especially delicious. Be sure to make a big batch that you can eat throughout the week. And, yes — this counts as meal prep in our books. 3 / 11 Light Some Candles Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sheila Gim Candles finally feel appropriate since the sun sets earlier and earlier each day. Go ahead — light your favourite candles, at least one per room, and feel the light wash over you. 4 / 11 Make Some Popcorn Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Diggy Lloyd Does popcorn make you think of Autumn? Pop yourself a bowl for a cosy afternoon treat. Homemade popcorn — we're not talking about the bagged stuff — can be a healthy, whole-grain treat that's high in fibre and low in calories, depending how you season it. Let this honey-ginger-lemon popcorn bring the flavour to your next binge-watching session. 5 / 11 Write a Thank-You Note Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Paul Kabata Write a handwritten thank-you note, which is so rare in the digital age, to your best friend, your mum, your sister, your mentor . . . as you can see, there are many people deserving of your thoughtful, personal recognition. It's a fun way to spend an evening (maybe surrounded by a bunch of candles and maybe noshing on some popcorn). 6 / 11 DIY Pumpkin Face Mask Image Source: Getty / Geber86 You can give your skin a pumpkin treat, too. This homemade mask can be tailored to your skin's needs. Whisk together and then apply it to yout face and let it set for 15 to 20 minutes: 50g pumpkin purée 1 whole egg to nourish and tighten the skin For dry skin: 2 to 3 teaspoons of honey For oily skin: a splash of apple cider vinegar Relax and enjoy. 7 / 11 Take a Bath Image Source: Getty / Giulia Fiori Photography It is finally cool enough to take a hot bath. But up the quality of your soak by adding some essential oils, like a mix of bergamot, lavender, and frankincense, which, based on a small study, might ease pain and lift your spirits. 8 / 11 Take a Nap Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sheila Gim After the Summer season of go, go, go, take time to slow down — way down. Take a nap in the middle of the day. Cuddle up with a good book, allow your eyes to slowly close, and drift off to sleep. Are we the only ones who feel like naps are empowering? 9 / 11 Bake With Pumpkin Image Source: Getty / Eva Katalin Kondoros Enough with the PSL! There are so many fun pumpkin-flavoured treats that you can make at home, from pancakes to these pumpkin carrot cream bars. The great thing about baking with pumpkin is you need less fat (oil, butter, and eggs) to create moist goodies. 10 / 11 Practice Yoga Outside Image Source: Digg Running and hiking are not the only activities you can do outside. Take your mat and practice some poses in the great outdoors. Nothing beats seeing the blue sky as you bend, twist, and fold. Here's a full-body yoga flow to follow, but know you can always just work on perfecting your Vrksasana (aka tree pose). 11 / 11 Self-CareStress ReliefHealthy Living