November 17–24 is National Self Care Week — a wonderful reminder to pause, breathe, and focus on what truly matters: you.
If you’re a woman in your fifties or sixties, you may be juggling many roles — caring for ageing parents, supporting grown-up children, adjusting to health changes, or navigating loss and transition. It’s easy to put yourself last when life feels full.
This week invites you to slow down, nurture your wellbeing, and explore how gentle self-care — supported by talking therapies such as counselling and hypnotherapy — can help you feel calmer, more balanced, and more connected to yourself again.
What Does Self Care Really Mean?
Self-care isn’t selfish — it’s an act of kindness toward yourself. It means listening to your body, your emotions, and your energy levels, and responding with compassion.
It might mean:
- Saying no without guilt
- Allowing yourself to rest or grieve
- Letting go of the “I should…” voice
- Making space each day for stillness or small pleasures
For many women, self-care also means finding a safe space to talk.
Some Top Tips for Stress Relief and Personal Renewal
Here are seven gentle ways to bring calm and balance back into your daily life:
- Take a Moment to Breathe
Slow, deep breathing can calm your nervous system and steady your emotions. Try it whenever things feel too much.
- Step Outside Each Day
A short walk or a few moments in nature can lift your spirits and clear your mind. The fresh air works wonders.
- Prioritise Rest and Sleep
If sleep feels difficult, especially around menopause, set a calming bedtime routine. Hypnotherapy can also support better, more restorative sleep.
- Talk — Don’t Bottle It Up
Sharing your feelings with a counsellor can lighten emotional weight and help you see things more clearly.
- Reconnect With Joy
Revisit what brings you happiness — gardening, painting, music, or reading purely for pleasure. Joy feeds your spirit.
- Set Healthy Boundaries
It’s okay to say no or to take a step back. Protecting your time and energy helps you stay well and in control.
- Practice Self-Kindness
Be as gentle with yourself as you are with others. Speak kindly to yourself — you’ve earned it.
Each of these steps can support your mental and emotional wellbeing, helping you feel more grounded and renewed.
The Power of Talking Therapies
Even with loving friends and family, it can sometimes feel as though no one quite understands what’s going on inside.
That’s where counselling and hypnotherapy can make a real difference.
Counselling: A Safe Space to Be Heard
Counselling offers a calm, confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without judgment. It’s your time — to be seen, heard, and supported.
Counselling can help you:
- Understand emotions and patterns that may feel stuck
- Build self-compassion and emotional strength
- Develop practical ways to cope and move forward
Hypnotherapy: Finding Calm from Within
Hypnotherapy works with your subconscious mind to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and restore confidence. It can be especially helpful for:
- Managing stress or menopause symptoms
- Letting go of old fears or self-doubt
- Finding deeper relaxation and mental clarity
It’s a gentle way to allow your mind and body to reset — a deep breath for the soul.
Putting Yourself Back on the List
After years of caring for others, this is your reminder to put yourself back on your own list. Even small acts of self-care — a mindful cup of tea, a quiet moment to breathe, a kind thought — can create real change.
Remember: self-care isn’t a luxury. It’s how you refuel, heal, and grow.
Because you matter — and taking care of yourself is the most loving gift you can give and receive for you!.
🌸 Get in Touch
If something here resonates with you, or if you’d like to know more about how counselling or hypnotherapy could support your self-care journey, I’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch today — and take that first small, caring step for you.
Warmly,
Sue