Law School Student Guide to Self-Care: Easy Ideas from 1 Minute to 1 Hour

Law school is busy, but that doesn’t mean you have to completely let yourself go. Self-care can take any form, it can take a few seconds or it can take a few days. As the driver of this thing called life, you get to decide what you have time for, but word from the wise, make sure to work it in!

After all, caring for yourself is a great way to ensure you thrive during law school – and beyond. You’re not machines, sometimes you just need a break from all things school-related.

Under 60-Seconds Ideas

Light a candle and breathe in the fresh scent
Open a window to air your apartment out
Drink a glass of water – hydration is key
Text someone who has the ability to make you smile

5-Minute Ideas

Apply a face mask
Listen to your favorite song(s)
Make yourself a tea, coffee or hot chocolate
Give yourself a foot, hand or shoulder massage – bonus points if you invest in one of those little massage devices
Meditate or do some focused breathing
Write down 10+ things you’re grateful for
Write down 5+ things you love about yourself
Have a mini dance party
Clean some small part of your house (i.e. sweep the floors, wipe the counters, clean the bathroom)
Clip and file your nails