Love in the Little Things

Finding love in the little things means recognizing that love isn’t just found in big moments, grand gestures, or special occasions like Valentine’s Day. Don’t forget to take a moment to focus on the little things in life: Self-care, staying connected with friends, being present, and staying consistent in your activities.

Small acts of self-care can help you support both your mental and physical health. When life gets busy, don’t forget to make time for yourself too. This includes physical care like drinking plenty of water, getting good sleep, going for a walk, and so much more. Be sure to incorporate mental tasks like journaling, talking things out, or taking breaks from social media, too.

Make the small moments more meaningful! Notice your thoughts, feelings, surroundings, and the people you’re with. Being present means being focused on the now. Don’t stress over the future or worry about things that happened in the past. To achieve this, plan out your day so you don’t rush and turn your attention to the small moments of each day. This will decrease your stress and allow you to feel more connected to yourself and others.

Remember to continue building connections with people by checking in with your friends! Friendships and relationships are essential to our well-being. Check in with old friends, get lunch with your classmates, or just catch up with people you haven’t talked to in a while. Friends help you navigate through life, support your sense of belonging, and improve your overall well-being. Always love your friends and keep them close!

Build routines and stick with them! Staying consistent with routines is crucial to building structure throughout your days. Go to the gym, eat consistently, and get plenty of sleep. Even when it’s difficult to get them started, routines build consistency, which is often more effective than motivation alone. They help healthy behaviors become habits, making self-care easier to maintain even during busy or overwhelming times.

Love isn’t always prominent in big moments, but it’s around every day. It lives hidden in the routines we keep, the people we check in on, and the way we choose to care for ourselves each day. When we slow down enough to notice the little things, we begin to realize that love has been present all along, in every little thing!

Be Well, Auburn.