Little rituals you do for yourself that have big rewards

[Cazzovuoi]

i have Complex-PTSD after a horrific childhood thanks to my narc mother. It’s taken me a long time to learn how to take care of myself. I’m not looking for sympathy, just giving some context.

Part of my recovery has been to create self care habits for myself that include washing my teeth every night and putting on lip balm etc.

I’d love to know what little rituals you do for yourself. Like moisturising your whole body after a shower or putting on face cream and settling in bed with a book.

I’m looking for inspiration, for little things because Google gives insipid shite like get a manicure or light a scented candle (I loathe scented candles). I need inspiration from real women!

Thank you @Cazzovuoi , I used to really beat myself up about them, I just assumed I should be able to stop thinking about stuff, like it was my own fault. I'm getting much better at realising that they are flashbacks and that I need to be kind to myself.
Thank you for the book recommendation, I'm going to get it, I'm a bit apprehensive but only because I think I'll recognise it all, and that's a bit scary.
I hope you are having a good day today