Self-Care for Moms: 150+ Real Ways to Care for Yourself While Caring for Everyone Else Realistic activities for busy mothers to take care of themselves when they're used to putting that energy on others. Broken down by how much time they take, from 5 minutes to an hour, you'll find activities like making a cup of tea, listening to a song you love, reading a chapter in a book, having some tea, planning something to look forward, or meeting a friend for lunch. There are a few larger aspirational activities too, like planning a trip or completing a project, with tips on planning your schedule to accommodate more of the stuff that nourishes you, whatever that may be. short discount title