I read about this idea online this weekend and am going to create one for myself. Really, you could do this for any sort of rainy day. Basically you get a box and create a care package for yourself - including books, magazines, inspirational messages, gift certificate for shopping or manicure/pedicure, etc. Decorate the box if you want, and then put it up in a closet. When you're having an emotional/bad day, go get your care package and get something out of it to help make you feel better. I was thinking that if I did this, I might not turn to food as much. And while I could just run out and go get these things when I'm feeling bad, it would be nice to already have some stuff so I wouldn't have to leave if I didn't want to.
So, any suggestions of what to include? So far I've come up with:
a trashy romance novel
an entertainment magazine
a gift certificate for a pedicure
I'm also going to have Jason add some things so that there will be some surprises whenever I need to get into the box.
I realize this negates the point of doing this so you don't eat, but...Caramel filled Ghirardelli squares. Yum. Yay for Romance novels! But I would be looking for a reason to have a bad day so I could get it down and play. :) Also, Bubble bath?
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ReplyDeleteTo expand on Chrissi's point, maybe a bubble bath kit? Bubbles or bath salts, candles, and a CD with soothing music on it and then stress-relief lotion for afterwards too! (I especially like the aromatherapy candles, btw, like lavendar/jasmine)
ReplyDeleteWhat about alittle bottle of wine (not to promote alcoholism or anything)>
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