QUIK routines to attain INNER PEACE + recharge ✌🏻

I used to be so self-conscious of heading out alone but now I realised that solo dates are lowkey the trick to staying afloat and preventing yourself from getting burnt out, especially with all the #AdultingWoes (being a working adult is SO HARD).

Spending time with yourself just is so rejuvenating for the soul because you don’t need to focus on others and getting that battery constantly depleted!! 🙃

I love taking myself out for a variety of different activities but as an introvert, I avoid places with lots of people and try to keep my interactions to a minimum.

These are some of my fave ways to decompress on my days off when I’m not hanging with friends! (Jk I’m never with friends hahah I have none!) 😭🤪

1️⃣ Self-care dates

Basically entails taking myself to the spa or going for a pampering day out! I love treating myself and going to the spa or a facial is one of my favourite ways to unwind and decompress!!!!

Zero talking to people, zero stress — just you yourself relaxing!

Pro-tip: spas are great for time-efficiency because they offer a myriad of services all in one spot!

My fave is Aramsa - The Garden Spa — the massage really hits so different from those cheap ones and the level of service is really top-notch. I went for both the massage and facial is one session recently AND LET ME TELL YOU….. it is amazing!!!

- Aroma Rich Massage review

- Elemis Facial review

There’s also a little yoga studio called Yoga Seeds located right next to it so getting in a little Flow sesh before heading to some serious R&R is not a bad idea! 😆

If you want a seriously good pampering facial, I also highly recommend the Sulwhasoo Boutique - Capitol Building facial.

- Sulwhasoo Facial review

Not the cheapest, but very much needed once in awhile!

2️⃣ Cafe dates

Something about cafes on weekday afternoons hit different….. actually I can tell you it’s because they are packed to the brim and there’s no anxiety of having to finish your food real quick and vacate the premises!!!!

I love the doughnuts at Hello Arigato Everton Park … the way they have my heart on chokehold. It’s much quieter on weekdays and a great place to read or do some work 💗

Another spot I’m really fond of is Slow Bakes in Yishun! It’s located right next to a lake (or pond I guess given it’s size….) and it’s super tranquil on a weekday. The bread there is also delightful and such a treat whenever I want to treat myself! ☺️✨

Headphones on, book in hand (or iPad if I’m doing work), and just working away with a matcha latte by the side — utter perfection!

3️⃣ Walking dates

Basically taking yourself out on a loooooong walk and just being present in the moment. It could be a nature walk in the morning or evening when it’s less hot, or if it’s in the afternoon I like to head to a museum and just enjoy art! Also here’s my walking shoe plug I literally love these to death 😝

I’m always on the lookout for new exhibitions that I can visit and I actually enjoy the act of visiting museums alone as I feel that I can fully immerse myself in the experience and enjoy the art better.

Visiting art museums is definitely one of my fave things to do on my solo trips as well!

Otherwise, walking through the CBD at night is the best thing to do!!!! 😌✋🏻 I try to avoid highly populated areas (such as Orchard which is forever crowded!) and times (rush hour) so it’s much more peaceful 🫶🏻🫶🏻

My fave walking spots:

- MBS / CBD / Raffles Place / Tanjong Pagar stretch after 8pm

- National Museum on a weekday

- Gardens by the Bay on a weekday

- Marina Bay / Downtown core after 8pm

- Telok Ayer

- Yishun lake area

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What are some of your favourite solo dates to take yourself out on? ❤️‍🔥

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