Summer is finally here! The sun is shining, the birds are singing, the flowers are in full bloom, fruits and vegetables are at their peak. Summer is the perfect time to reset and renew our self-care routines, which often become stagnant during the cold winter months. Summer invites us to refocus our energy, reconnect with nature, and prioritize our wellness.
Whether you’re spending time outdoors, relaxing at home, or embarking on new adventures, these tips are here to support your health, protect your peace, and help you make the most of every moment of the season.
Let’s step into this summer feeling well, vibrant, and full of life.
1. Stay Hydrated
Water is the ultimate wellness tool, especially in the summer heat.
Health Benefits:
- Regulates body temperature and keeps energy up.
- Supports healthy digestion and glowing skin.
💧 Tip: Add lemon, cucumber, or berries for a refreshing twist that feels like a treat.
2. Get Some Sun
Sunshine is a natural mood-booster
Health Benefits:
- It helps your body produce vitamin D, which is essential for strong bones and a healthy immune system.
- Increases serotonin, which boosts mood and emotional balance
But don’t forget — melanated skin needs protection, too. While our beautiful skin provides some natural defense, it still needs sunscreen to prevent hyperpigmentation, sunburn, and long-term skin damage.
🌞 Check out my go-to favorite Black Girl Sunscreen made just for women of color.
3. Wear Light Clothes
Choose breathable, light-colored fabrics like cotton and linen.
Health Benefits:
- It keeps your body cool and reduces the risk of heat exhaustion.
- Prevents skin irritation caused by sweat and friction.
4. Wear a Hat
A wide-brimmed hat is stylish and innovative.
Health Benefits:
- Shields your face and scalp from direct sun
- Helps reduce your risk of sunstroke and sunburn
5. Eat the Rainbow
Fill your plate with bright, colorful fruits and veggies.
Health Benefits:
- Packed with antioxidants and nutrients for cellular repair.
- Supports digestion, skin clarity, and heart health
🍽️ Need healthy, easy, and delicious meal inspiration? Check out my “What’s In My Bowl” YouTube playlist for quick, nutritious summer meals. 👉 Watch the video now
6. Check In With Yourself
Before you dive into your day, pause. Breathe. Reflect.
Health Benefits:
- Builds emotional awareness and reduces anxiety
- It helps you stay grounded and intentional.
✨ Empowering Questions to Ask Yourself:
Morning:
- How do I want to feel today — and what will support that?
- What am I grateful for right now? → Use my daily gratitude journal to jot down three to four things you’re grateful for. Shop Amazon now for journal
Evening:
- What brought me peace or pride today?
- What do I need to release before I rest?
7. Connect with Nature & People
Fresh air and good conversation can work wonders for your spirit.
Health Benefits:
- Boosts your mood and eases anxiety
- Deepens your connection to self and others
8. Plan Fun Activities
Joy is medicine — make room for fun just because you can.
Health Benefits:
- Increases dopamine and mental stimulation
- Keeps your heart full and your mind young
9. Travel
A new place brings a new perspective.
Health Benefits:
- Reduces burnout and inspires creativity
- It breaks up the routine and resets the nervous system.
Whether it’s a staycation, road trip, or a weekend retreat — wherever you go, let it restore you.
10. Read a Book or Listen to an Audiobook
Nourish your mind while you unwind.
Health Benefits:
- Boosts brain function and memory
- Lowers stress and improves focus
Choose something fun, empowering, or deeply relaxing.
11. Create a Summer Music Playlist
Let your soundtrack match your sunshine.
Health Benefits:
- Elevates your mood and reduces anxiety
- Encourages movement and creative expression
12. Wear Sunglasses
Your eyes deserve protection, too!
Health Benefits:
- Shields against harmful UV rays that can damage vision
- It prevents squinting, reducing the appearance of fine lines around your eyes.
13. Avoid Outdoor Activity During Extreme Heat
When it’s scorching outside, protect your body and stay cool.
Health Benefits:
- Reduces risk of heat exhaustion and dehydration
- It helps regulate your heart and nervous system.
Try walking at the mall, stretching indoors, or doing chair yoga.
14. Know the Side Effects of Your Prescriptions
Health Benefits:
- It helps prevent unexpected skin reactions or overheating
- It keeps you safe while enjoying time outdoors
🌞 15. Use a Moisturizer with SPF
Double up on hydration and sun protection by choosing a lightweight daily moisturizer that includes broad-spectrum SPF.
Health Benefits:
- Keeps skin nourished while shielding against UV damage
- Helps prevent dryness, dark spots, and premature aging
👉 Tip: Look for formulas designed explicitly for melanin-rich skin to avoid a white cast and ashness.
💋 16. Don’t Forget Lip Balm with SPF
Your lips need sun protection, too! A nourishing lip balm with SPF keeps them soft, smooth, and safe from the sun’s rays.
Health Benefits:
- Prevents dry, cracked, or sunburned lips
- Locks in moisture so your smile stays radiant
Summer is your time to bloom, breathe, and become. Whether you’re journaling or soaking up the sun with sunscreen on, each small act of care adds up.
I’d love to hear from you. What are your favorite ways to care for your mind, body, and spirit during the summer? Drop a comment below and share your go-to self-care rituals — you never know who you might inspire.
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