This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UFL chapter.
Finals season is around the corner, and with impending deadlines and late-night library marathons, we could all use a little reminder to show ourselves some extra love. In honor of HC UFL’s Fifth-Annual Love Your Body Day event, we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about how to show love to your mind, body and soul. Read on for words of wisdom about everything from essential oils to celebs who are champions for body positivity.
Breathe in, breathe out
- Meditation Made Easy — Veronica Quesenberry
- 5 Phases of Using Exercise to Maintain Sanity — Savannah Philips
- 7 Ways to Put Yourself in a Positive Mindset — Elena Kallergis
- I Practiced Silent Meditation For a Week, & Here’s What Happened — Brianna Moye
Words of wisdom
- Here’s My Problem with Maintaining the ‘Perfect’ Body Image — Sara Han
- 3 Generations of Women on Body Positivity — Taylor Thayer
- I Tried Not Wearing Makeup: Part II — Cindy Ku
Make time for yourself
- Here’s What Happened When I Stopped Having Free Time — Savannah Phillips
- We DIY-ed a Face Mask Every Day For a Week, & Here’s What Happened — Veronica Quesenberry and Jessica Curbelo
- 7 Foods to Help With Period Cramps — Michaela Mulligan
- Essential Oils 101: A Beginner’s Guide — Brianna Duncan
- 11 Totally Free Self-Care Tips for the Stressed Collegiette — Savannah Hill
Inspiring celebs
- 9 Celebs Who Are Killing the Body Positivity Game — Christy Piña
- Selena Gomez Brings New Angle to Body Positivity — Catie Schwartzman
- Why Leslie Jones is a Body-Positive Icon — Kelvy Alter
9 Ways to Practice Self-Care in Gainesville on the Cheap — Courtney Weis and Jana El Chehouri
How do you practice self-care and show love to yourself? What do you love about yourself? What makes you unique? Let us know on Instagram by tagging us in an Instagram Story (@HerCampusUFL) and with the hashtag #HCLoveYourBody for a chance to win some goodies from our Survival Kit!