It doesn’t have to be much. It can be as simple as standing outside in a pool of sunshine soaking up the energy from the sun’s rays or going for a walk and noticing nature around you. At the end of a busy day, is there someone you could ask to look after the children for an hour so that you can enjoy a pamper bath or shower. Relax and feel your stresses melt away with the warm water.

Give yourself permission to snuggle up in your favourite PJs and read a book or watch a tv programme you have been keen to catch up on with no distractions for an hour (or more if possible!)

Block out time for yourself where you can regularly do an activity that you enjoy – just for you. It may be an exercise class, a swim, a book or walking group or perhaps a volunteering role. Whatever gives you the space to pause, breathe and reset.

A complementary therapy session is a luxurious treat which we often feel too guilty giving ourselves, preferring instead to include it, with hopeful anticipation, on our Christmas or birthday wish list. However, instead of waiting for a special occasion, allow yourself to indulge in a nurturing treatment solely for you from you.