March Self-Care Ideas

Welcome a new season by putting a little more time into your self-care. Our March self-care ideas focus on simple activities that can help you unwind, reset, and get some clarity.

Many of our self-care ideas for the month can be done from home. These ideas encourage you to be present, creative, and have quality time with your favorite people.

There are also ideas for going outside and being present in nature. In March, nature starts to come to life once more after a long winter.

Self-Care Calendar

Week 1

• Watch the first sunset of the month.
• Make a vision board for spring.
• Get fresh air for at least 15 minutes.
• Get yourself a small seasonal gift.
• Light a spring-scented candle.
• Have an evening of listening to your favorite music.
• Try an outdoor hobby or activity.

Week 2

Watch your favorite movie.

Plan for a feel-good movie night at home. Create a comfortable space with dim lighting and blankets. Make some of your favorite movie night snacks (e.g., popcorn, chocolate, nachos). Put away your phone and enjoy watching a movie you love.

Relax and reflect for 15 minutes in the evening.

You can reflect on the day you had, things that went well, lessons learned, and things you’re grateful for. You could also journal (using some of our journaling prompts for the evening or for self-care).

Try a lavender latte or another seasonal beverage.

You could visit a coffee shop near you and try a seasonal beverage, or you could make one at home. If not a fan of lavender lattes, you could try other seasonal flavors instead for a latte or tea (e.g., rose, vanilla, or citrus).

Find a new inspirational quote.

Once you find a quote that speaks to you, you could write it in your journal or on a sticky note (and place it somewhere visible). If you really love the quote, you could also print and frame it.

Have a cup of tea while relaxing.

You could try tea like chamomile, mint, lavender, lemon balm, or jasmine. Find a comfortable spot and enjoy your tea without rushing. You could do this for an afternoon break or in the evening after work.

Have a bubble bath with spring scents (e.g., peony, lily, lemon).

Create some ambiance with music and scented candles. Add a bath pillow and a bath tray. Try a hydrating face mask.

Try a new hairstyle or a fun accessory.

You could go to the salon or just have some fun at home and try a new styling technique or accessories (e.g., clips, scarves, headbands). You could try to find some tutorials and take before-and-after photos.

Get the Week 2 self-care ideas printable here.

Week 3

• Pick up a couple treats from the farmers’ market.
• Watch a funny video to make you laugh.
• Enjoy a longer lunch break.
• Go for a scenic sunset walk.
• Have a no-screen evening.
• Stand in the sunlight for a few minutes.
• Wear only comfy clothes all day.

Weeks 4-5

• Read a book you love.
• Write down three things you’re excited for this week.
• Get yourself a single flower (but pick one you love).
• Catch up on your favorite TV shows.
• Try a new face mask or other skincare product.
• Have a movie night at home or at the movie theater.
• Take a quick nap.
• Take some fun photos to look back on and smile.
• Visualize your happy place.
• Reflect on the month and things you loved about it.

Get the March Self-Care Printable here.

You may also enjoy our indoor self-care planner, these self-care ideas for more inspiration, these 5-minute self-care ideas for when you don’t have much time, and these self-care gifts for yourself or a loved one.

Don’t forget to save these March self-care ideas to one of your ‘spring ideas’ or ‘self-care ideas’ boards.