Creating Your Own Self-Care List - A Ritual That Nourishes You - by Emilio Jose Garcia

COURSE

Creating Your Own Self-Care List - A Ritual That Nourishes You

With Emilio Jose Garcia

What if one simple list could help you feel more grounded, energized, and connected — every single day? In the rush of life, we often forget to care for the one person who needs us most: ourselves. This course invites you to pause, reflect, and gently reconnect with what truly nourishes you. You’ll be guided step by step to create your very own Self-Care List — a personal collection of practices, pleasures, and reminders that bring you peace, joy, and clarity. Whether it’s a walk in nature, a quiet tea break, or time with loved ones, your list becomes your anchor in the storm. This course will help you: Tune into what your body, heart, and mind truly need Create a list of self-care actions unique to you Involve your loved ones in your self-care journey Build habits that support your mental health and relationships Organize your list by location or type for easy access when life gets busy You don’t need fancy tools, extra time, or perfection — just a willingness to slow down and choose yourself. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply ready to live with more intention, this course will support you in coming home to yourself.

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Meet your Teacher

Emilio Jose Garcia
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Emilio is a mental wellness educator and coach with over a decade of experience supporting individuals and families in creating intentional, balanced lives. With a background in personal development, mindfulness practices, and holistic organization, he specializes in helping others reconnect with their needs through simple, actionable tools. Known for his compassionate and practical approach, Emilio believes that self-care is not a luxury, but a vital practice for mental health, relationships, and overall wellbeing. This course reflects his deep commitment to making self-care accessible, meaningful, and sustainable for everyone.

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7 Days

151 students

4.6 stars

5 min / day

Healing

English

Lesson 1

Setting Yourself Up For Success: Keep It Simple, Keep It Going

We’ll explore how to make self-care realistic and sustainable — so you don’t burn out before you even begin. It’s easy to fall into the trap of creating an ideal self-care plan that looks great on paper but doesn’t hold up in real life. Together, we’ll: Let go of perfectionism and unrealistic expectations Focus on small, consistent actions that create lasting impact Learn how to set yourself up for success with practical self-care choices Talk about how to bounce back when things don’t go as planned The goal isn’t to be perfect — it’s to stay connected to yourself in a way that’s doable and kind. This is where real change begins.

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Lesson 2

Creating Your Basic Self-Care List

Let's begin creating your own basic self-care list — a personal collection of small actions that help you feel more balanced, calm, and energized. Rather than waiting until you're overwhelmed to figure out what you need, your list will become a go-to resource you can rely on any time. You’ll explore simple ways to build this list based on what already works for you, and how to organize it so it's easy to use.

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Lesson 3

Self-Care By Location: Making Wellness Accessible Everywhere

Self-care doesn’t need to wait for the perfect setting — it can meet you wherever you are. In this lesson, you’ll learn how to organize your self-care list based on location. Whether you're at home, at work, in your car, or outdoors, each space offers unique opportunities to support your wellbeing. This approach helps you easily access what you need, right when you need it. We’ll explore: How different environments affect your self-care needs Creative ways to adapt simple practices to specific locations Why placing self-care throughout your day (and space) makes it easier to follow through This practical, grounded strategy helps remove the pressure of needing extra time or ideal conditions — and reminds you that care can happen in ordinary moments, right where you are.

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Lesson 4

Self-Care By Activity Type: Balancing Body, Mind, & Heart

Learn how to categorize your self-care practices by activity type — such as physical, emotional, mental, and social care. This method helps you recognize which areas you're already nurturing and which ones might need more attention. By looking at your self-care through this lens, you'll begin to: Build a more balanced and holistic list. Understand what types of activities best support you in different moments. Make more intentional choices that align with how you’re feeling. Organizing your self-care by type can reveal powerful patterns and show you how to bring more harmony into your daily life.

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Lesson 5

Advanced Self-Care: Personalizing Your Practice With Creativity & Awareness

In this advanced lesson, we go beyond the basics and explore how to personalize your self-care list in meaningful, creative ways. You’ll learn how to make your list more intuitive and reflective of your unique needs, preferences, and relationships. We’ll explore: Organizing your self-care activities by the people in your life (yourself, partner, child, etc.). Using visual tools like drawings, colors, and symbols to make your list more engaging. Creating routines and rituals that integrate self-care into your day naturally. Discovering what you truly need through mindful observation in your daily life. This lesson encourages you to see your self-care list not as a rigid checklist, but as a living, evolving expression of care that grows with you.

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Lesson 6

Including Loved Ones: Sharing Self-Care To Strengthen Connection

Self-care isn’t always a solo journey — sometimes, the most powerful support comes through connection and mutual understanding. In this lesson, you’ll be invited to share your self-care list with loved ones and explore how including others can deepen your relationships and make your care more visible and supported. When we let others in, we create space for empathy, inspiration, and mutual growth. You’ll learn how to: Communicate your self-care needs with clarity and openness. Inspire your loved ones to reflect on and create their own self-care list. Better understand what supports the wellbeing of those close to you. Build a culture of care within your relationships. This is an invitation to practice vulnerability, connection, and co-creation — where self-care becomes a shared language of love and respect.

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Lesson 7

Integrating Self-Care Into Daily Life: Turning Intention Into Practice

Knowing what supports you is powerful — but remembering to actually do it is where real change happens. In this lesson, we explore how to weave self-care into your everyday life in ways that feel natural, supportive, and realistic. Instead of relying on motivation alone, you’ll learn how to build a system of gentle reminders, routines, and supportive connections to help you stay on track. We’ll explore: How to use visual cues and reminders to keep self-care top of mind. The power of routines and rituals to make self-care easier to follow through. Creative ways to keep your self-care list visible and accessible. How to involve a trusted loved one as a source of support and accountability. Sometimes just knowing that someone else is cheering you on — or checking in — can make a big difference. Whether it’s a partner, friend, or family member, accountability can turn intention into consistent practice.

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4.6 (12)

Recent Reviews

Larry

Larry

August 23, 2025

Simple practices which have a powerful effect (when one does them)

Megen

August 6, 2025

I was hoping for more ideas of what are some self care things to add to my list

Petra

Petra

July 23, 2025

I really liked the way this course prompted me to think about self care, what activities are self care to me and how to remember doing them daily. Liked the instructor, too. Very much recommended!

Denise

Denise

July 18, 2025

Thank you!

Vicsta

July 13, 2025

Thankyou This was truly wonderful and just what I need at this time in our changing and demanding lives as we go forward with all that needs attention on our beloved planet Excellent🙏❤️

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