31 Days of Feel-Good Self-Care: Your January Challenge
Start the new year by prioritizing small, meaningful acts of self-care every day. Our 31-day January Self-Care Challenge blends fun, creativity, and wellness with quirky national holidays to keep things engaging — and doable!
Whether it’s enjoying a warm breakfast, sending a thank-you note, or just taking a few deep breaths, each day offers a simple way to refresh your mind, body, and spirit.
How to Use This Challenge:
Print the worksheet and check off each day as you complete it.
Share with your team or residents for a community wellness boost.
Add your own twists — swap in your favorite self-care habits if needed.
31 Days of Care (For You + Your Community)
January 1 — New Year’s Day
Choose one word for your year. Keep it simple: calm, focus, growth, ease.
January 2 — Personal Trainer Awareness Day
Take the stairs once today (or walk the property for 5 minutes).
January 3 — National Oatmeal Month
Start your day with a warm, nourishing breakfast (oatmeal counts!).
January 4 — National Trivia Day
Play a 1-minute trivia quiz (Google “random trivia generator” and pick one!).
January 5 — National Bird Day
Step outside the office and take one deep breath. Notice any sounds around you.
January 6
Drink one extra cup of water. (Keep it that simple.)
January 7 — National Hot Tea Month
Make a comforting cup of tea at some point in your day.
Inspirational Stock Photography
Click to download and share on your social media and resident portal!
January 8 — National Thank You Month
Send one thank-you text to someone who helped you recently.
January 9 — National Hobby Month
Spend 5 minutes on a hobby you love. (Reading counts!)
January 10 — Houseplant Appreciation Day
Water or care for one plant — or buy a tiny one for your desk.
January 11
Clear one small thing: email, drawer, or folder for 2 minutes.
January 12 — Clean Off Your Desk Day
Choose one corner and tidy it. Not the whole desk — just one spot.
January 13 — Rubber Ducky Day
Add something playful to your day (a sticker, a duck, a meme).
January 14 — Dress Up Your Pet Day
Take or share a cute pet photo (or admire a resident's!).
January 15 — Hat & Bagel Day
Wear a cozy hat on your break or treat yourself to a bagel.
January 16
Practice one minute of mindful breathing — in through your nose, out through your mouth.
January 17
Write down one thing you’re proud of from the past week.
January 18 — Thesaurus Day
Swap one negative thought with a better “synonym.”
Example: “I’m overwhelmed” → “I’m prioritizing.”
January 19 — National Popcorn Day / MLK Day
Take 3 minutes to reflect on a quote from Dr. King that inspires you.
January 20 — Cheese Lovers Day
Add something comforting to lunch — cheese absolutely counts.
January 21 — Sweatpants Day / Squirrel Appreciation Day
Choose comfort today: soft socks, comfy shoes, or a cozy sweater.
January 22
Set a 2-minute timer and stretch your neck + shoulders.
January 23 — Pie Day / Handwriting Day
Write one encouraging note to yourself or someone on your team.
January 24 — Compliment Day
Give one genuine compliment today (resident or team) — it boosts your mood too.
January 25 — Opposite Day
Do one thing the “opposite” way:
Eat lunch away from your desk instead of at it.
January 26 — Community Manager Appreciation Day
Celebrate yourself. Write down 3 ways you made someone’s day this month.
January 27 — Chocolate Cake Day
Treat yourself to something sweet (cake optional, joy required!).
January 28
Turn your phone on Do Not Disturb for 3 minutes and breathe.
January 29 — Puzzle Day
Do a tiny puzzle: a mini word search, sudoku, or brain teaser.
January 30 — Croissant Day / Fun at Work Day
Add a fun moment: a croissant breakfast, a joke, a team laugh.
January 31 — Hot Chocolate Day
End the month with a warm cup of hot chocolate and a moment of gratitude for finishing the challenge.
Inspirational Wallpapers
January is here, full of fresh starts and new possibilities. ❄️ Let this be your reminder to pause, set your intentions, and enjoy the simple joys that the new year brings. Set one of these crisp, inspiring wallpapers as your phone or desktop background for a little winter boost whenever you need it. ✨
