The craziest season of the year has begun. The minute Halloween is over, Black Friday and the holiday circus come to town.

You know you’re going to get super busy. There’s too much to do. The stress is already building. Cooking, cleaning, entertaining, decorating, gift buying and wrapping. And let’s not forget all the socializing.

Most women shoulder the emotional and sometimes physical labor of the season. You think about everyone’s feelings, comfort, dietary preferences, and more. It’s a lot.

No wonder it feels like a giant snowball rolling downhill, gaining speed until you feel like it bowls you over. What can you do?

I’ve got some simple ways to help you plan to take care of yourself during the holiday rush. The best thing is to get out ahead of that snowball to combat the overwhelm.

Below you’ll find eight simple and quick self-care rituals that work like a charm to help you relax, stay centered, and appreciate yourself for who you are and all that you do. I encourage you to try several of them to see what works best for you before you get knee-deep in the season.

Knowing which rituals work for you gives you an advantage when things get busy. You won’t have to sit there thinking, “What should I do?” You’ll know which of these self-care tips will serve you best. And then you can take care of yourself like it’s a no-brainer.

Need to calm down and relax your nervous system fast? Maybe you don’t have time for a bath or 30-minute meditation. Try humming!

Humming is perfect for soothing your nervous system — research shows it raises nitric oxide levels in the body, which eases tension. Spiritually, humming also clears the throat chakra and brings your energy back into vibrational alignment.

Practice slow, mindful breathing, and with each exhale, gently hum a single note with your mouth closed. It’s surprisingly calming.

In everyday life, most people forget that they are one with everything. You are a child of the Universe. You are made of the same material as the stars – some say you are made of stardust.

Yet, you rarely stop to feel that connection. However, the more you remember the oneness, the more your body relaxes. Instead of feeling separate and alone, remember that angels, your higher self, spirit guides, and ancestors are always with you.

To start your Oneness Minute, place your hand on your heart and the other on your belly and take a deep breath. Then let yourself feel the truth of who you are and how you are part of everything. This might just be the most peaceful minute of your entire day.

Prepare an herbal tea with purpose. Choose herbs for heart healing (like hibiscus), calming (like chamomile or Tulsi), or warmth (like apple cinnamon). While pouring water over the herbs or tea bag, imagine sending your intention into the brew.

Once the tea is brewed, hold the warm cup in your hands. Feel the heat against your palms. Let the steam rise to your face. Set an intention and imagine infusing the liquid with that energy.

When you sip, you’re literally drinking in the energy of your intention. I consider this to be self-care and self-love because you are taking a moment to think about yourself – what do you want? Getting clear and setting an intention is important “me time”.

Self-care and self-love are intertwined. Applying body oil or body butter after a bath, shower, or anytime is truly an act of love. You can add an essential oil to a carrier oil like almond or coconut, or put a few drops into any body butter or cream.

When you massage your body with your chosen oil, express gratitude for each body part. Think about what that part helps you do. Spend extra time on areas you typically criticize because this is where love is most needed.

Everyone has parts of their body they wish were different, but this is a time to appreciate all of you. As you love and accept yourself for who you are right now, confidence builds and your vibration rises. Love all your parts and make them soft and smell fabulous.

The act of anointing is sacred. When you put an oil on your body with intention, you are taking a sacred action to honor yourself and connect with the divine. You can focus on attracting abundance, healing, or staying calm and balanced. The choice is yours.

In the past, anointing was used for king-making ceremonies and religious rites. Prophets, priests, and priestesses all used this sacred tool as part of their rituals and it’s still used today.

I recommend using a quality essential oil like doTerra, but there are many excellent brands.

Try a blend of rose, jasmine, or vanilla oil and gently anoint your wrists, heart, and third eye. Citrus scents are also cheerful mood elevators. This ancient ritual honors the spirit and invokes kindness toward self. A perfect option that’s simple self-care.

A sigil is a symbol you create from your intention. You can make up a symbol or use the letters from a phrase you’ve chosen.

For example: “I Love Myself Today.” Remove vowels and duplicate consonants. Then, from the remaining letters, create a symbol by connecting them. Turn them sideways, stack them, overlap them  however you want.

I recommend putting your symbol on the back of a business card so it can fit in your wallet, under your pillow, or on your altar. The business card has some weight to it versus paper to last longer.

Next, charge the sigil with intention. Think about your statement and send energy into the card. You can use the palms of your hands or visualize the energy flowing in.

You’ll know the sigil is fully charged when you feel a tiny shift that might be a sense of calm, completion, warmth, or simply “that’s enough.” Then put it in your waller or leave it on your altar or night table. Once it’s activated, your sigil takes over attracting what you want.

This is a spinoff from a recent episode about writing love notes to yourself. If that feels too big of a leap, start with a journal dedicated to self-love and write down three things you love about yourself each day.

If you get stuck, use these prompts to think of something:

This small ritual is especially powerful during hectic holiday times. Recognizing yourself for what is good or even great is a game changer. Take the time to appreciate the countless good things about who you are. Acknowledge yourself to reduce stress and feel more grounded and at ease.

A simmer pot is simply a large pot filled with water and herbs that simmers on the stove for 1–3 hours. It will fill your home with a natural fragrance and infuse the space with the vibration of the ingredients.

This recipe is for self love and it smells amazing. If you think this is too much, don’t add everything in. Choose what calls to you from this list of herbs and spices. There’s no doing this wrong, so enjoy the process and the scent.

Here’s the recipe for self-love:

Let it simmer and scent your home, but watch to make sure the water doesn’t boil away. Take a moment to breathe in the love and magic it radiates. This is so much better than chemically made scents — it’s pure magic.

As you move through the season, remember that you are the magic in your home, your family, and your life. Even a few moments of self-care can shift everything.

So be gentle with yourself, honor your energy, and let these simple rituals hold you through the busy days ahead. You deserve to feel supported, centered, and deeply loved—especially by yourself.

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