What's the nicest thing you could do for yourself right now?

Often, we know exactly what would make us feel better / help us move towards our goals. And yet, we try to rationalise restraint.

I regularly see clients get better results when I've helped them prioritise themselves and their own wellbeing but I still have to give myself a pep talk when it comes to treating myself with the same care.

So I've just booked myself a back massage for tomorrow. Yes, I'll inevitably be working late to make up for the time out of my office but I know it's worth it. It's been years since my last massage and when I find myself writing a lot about wellbeing, I know I need to be extra vigilant to avoid neglecting my own.

Just ask yourself the question: "What is the nicest thing I could do for myself right now?" and let the answer surprise you.

You know what you need. It might be the opportunity to shut (or leave open) your car windows and belt out your favourite songs at the top of your lungs? It might be leaving the house or office to go for a walk? Connecting with a fun friend who makes you laugh?

Be nice to yourself and schedule it in.

© Eve Menezes Cunningham / http://www.applecoaching.com/ 2008.