Presenter, radio host and Benecol ambassador Lucy Kennedy shares her self-care insights, tools and rituals, from early mornings to hot baths.
I wake at… 5.50am
The first thing I do every morning is… tiptoe out of my bedroom.
My morning routine is… shower, work, strong coffee.
I can’t go to work without… my hot water bottle and Vaseline.
The self-care tool I use every day is… hand cream.
The best part of my day is… collecting my children from school.
The most challenging part of my day is… staying awake past nine!
I engage with self-care every day by… walking my dog every evening after dinner.
My daily self-care checklist routine includes… phoning a family member, cleansing properly and walking.
The quickest, smallest thing I do for myself every day is… smile. Even when I’m not in the mood.
I know it’s been a good day if… everyone falls asleep happy.
I switch off from work by… writing children’s books.
Before I go to bed, I’ll… check for new recipe ideas on Instagram!
After a long work week, I destress by… sipping Malbec and watching the telly.
My go-to comfort meal is… pizza.
When I really need a moment to myself, I always… have a bath.
Something I try to do for myself every day is… count my blessings.
The most reflective moment in the day is… at night, just before I fall asleep.
The one person, place or thing guaranteed to give me joy is… my family.
I wish I could… switch off more.
Everyone should try… yoga.
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