5 Things You Should Actually Do Today

5 Things You Should Actually Do Today (Because Being a Hot Mess Isn’t the Goal)✨

Not saying you need to do all of these… but also, I promise you’ll feel way more energized, clear-headed, and just better overall if you do:

✔️ Roll on your oils – Instant mood shift. Calm, focus, or energy? Pick your potion.

✔️ Drink some water – Hydration = glow-up. Add a drop of Lemon EO and pretend you’re at a spa.

✔️ Take your vMG+ – Brain fog? Not today. Sip, focus, conquer.

✔️ Move your body – A full workout or a dramatic stretch—both count.

✔️ Breathe deeply – Diffuse Wild Orange + Peppermint and take a real deep breath. Feels good, right?

2025/2/21 Edited to

... Read moreIncorporating small habits into your daily routine can greatly enhance your overall well-being. The first action, rolling on oils, helps in creating a calming atmosphere—choose essential oils that cater to your emotional needs, whether it's stress relief or focus. Staying hydrated is crucial; infuse your water with citrus oils for a refreshing spa-like experience, which can help improve your skin's appearance and boost energy levels. Don't forget the cognitive benefits of vMG+; it's known as 'brain juice in a packet' for a reason! A quick sip may help you combat that midday brain fog. Physical movement should not be underestimated; whether a workout session or simple stretches while you work, every bit counts towards your physical and mental health. Finally, breathing exercises are powerful; diffusing Wild Orange and Peppermint while taking deep breaths can shift your mood positively. Establishing these routines can pave the way for a more productive and less chaotic day! Embrace these simple yet effective changes today, and you'll feel the difference instantly. Remember, the goal isn't perfection; it's gradual improvement and a commitment to your well-being.

Related posts

10 Things You Should Unlearn..
#selfimprovementdaily #mindset #education #Lemon8 #glowup
Sarah

Sarah

3274 likes

Skincare I ACTUALLY use as a licensed aesthetician
Med spa products can be expensive but great, and with such a saturated market in Korean skincare it’s hard to find actual good products that show results. These are my faves and the best of both worlds ✨✨✨ #aesthetician #skincare #medspalife #koreanskincare #glowup
Christine

Christine

5376 likes

How to create a budget that actually works
This Method works for me every time! Step by step on how to build a budget to get your bag! Don’t waste anymore time or money trying to figure out why it’s not working, it’s simple! #budget money 💰 #budgets #save your money #embracevulnerability #unfiltered
Skyleigh sroka

Skyleigh sroka

1594 likes

An iPad displays the Monkeytype typing practice website, showing text and a cartoon mouse. A white keyboard with purple backlighting is in front of the iPad. The image has a text overlay: 'useful websites you should know about @UNREALTOREAL'.
A browser window shows monkeytype.com, a typing website with customization options for punctuation, numbers, time, words, and quotes. The text below describes it as a free, customizable typing website with various modes for practice.
A browser window displays learn-anything.xyz, a website showing a visual map of interconnected topics like 'Hardware', 'Google Chrome', and 'Jupyter Notebooks'. The text below explains it helps explore topics with links and resources.
Cool websites that are actually worth saving 🌟📌
Not all sites are a waste of time - some are hidden gems that are actually useful. Think practice tools that make boring stuff fun, sites to explore new ideas, random experiments that feel like mini games, and even ways to set and track personal goals. Whether you’re in a “be productive” mood o
Unrealtoreal

Unrealtoreal

6411 likes

A luxurious bedroom at night with soft lighting, a large bed with furry blankets and pillows, and candles, serving as a cover image for an article titled "How Your Self-Care Routine Should Be."
A daily routine planner with checkboxes for each day of the week, listing activities for morning (e.g., wake up, plan day, breakfast), afternoon (e.g., stretches, work focus, connect with friends), and evening (e.g., unwind, hobbies, journal).
A detailed morning routine with specific times for activities like waking up, drinking water, stretching, eating breakfast, and self-care, followed by an evening routine with times for chores, homework, dinner, and bedtime preparations.
How Your Self-Care Routine Should Be Laid Out?🤔
Self-care means really listening to your body, taking moments to check in, intentionally tuning in to the thoughts going on in your mind, and challenging your behaviors and belief systems if things feel out of alignment in your life. The perfect self-care routine depends on your needs, schedule, an
Angelina

Angelina

893 likes

A closet filled with various clothes on hangers, with overlaid text stating "45 THINGS YOU CAN DECLUTTER RIGHT NOW FOR A TIDIER HOME," promoting home organization.
A kitchen counter and cabinets serve as the background for a list of 10 kitchen items to declutter, including expired food, old spices, and unused mugs.
A white door provides the backdrop for a list of 10 bedroom items to declutter, such as mismatched socks, unworn clothes, and outdated decor.
Things in your Home you can Declutter Today! 📦
Is your home feeling a bit more chaotic than cozy? I’ve been there—opening a drawer and finding random junk instead of what I actually need. The good news? You don’t have to tackle everything at once to feel a difference. A quick decluttering session by room can transform your space and your mindse
Anna Brynn

Anna Brynn

1960 likes

A bookstore display features various horror books, including 'It's All In Your Head' and Riley Sager titles. Overlay text reads 'POPULAR HORROR BOOKS And what I rated them,' with ghost illustrations.
A close-up of 'The Twisted Ones' by T. Kingfisher, rated 5 stars. The description highlights it as rural Appalachian folk horror that builds tension.
A hand holds 'My Darling Dreadful Thing' by Johanna Van Veen, rated 5 stars. The book is described as hauntingly atmospheric and gothic sapphic horror.
Should You Read These Popular Horror Books? 😟
As a newer reader to the horror genre (really mainly started reading more horror this year), I have actually read a decent number of horror books and when I saw the horror book section at Barnes & Noble, I thought it would be fun to share my thoughts and ratings on some of the more popular ones
Lauren 📚📖

Lauren 📚📖

2842 likes

A supermarket aisle filled with various vitamin and supplement products. Overlay text reads "VITAMINS 101 How to Pick the Right Vitamins for You?" with a bottle of orange pills and scattered pills.
Text explaining the benefits of taking vitamins and supplements, including support for eyes, hair, teeth and bones, skin, gut, heart, mind, immune system, metabolism, blood health, and reproductive health. A bottle of orange pills is shown.
Text outlining how to read supplement labels, covering serving size, amount per serving, percent daily value (%DV), ingredients list, quality certifications, and dosage. A bottle of orange pills is shown.
Look & Feel Better: What Vitamins You Should Take💊
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s common to look for quick fixes for health concerns. Vitamins and supplements can play a crucial role in maintaining overall wellness, improving specific areas like skin texture, hair health, and immune function. However, with the myriad of options available, it
Chalie_Baker

Chalie_Baker

3125 likes

don’t know what to do today? read this ➡️
when we don’t know exactly what to do with a day, it can be sooo easy to fall into a dopamine hole of scrolling and binge watching 🥲 but you’ll feel so much better at the end of the day if you actually live it! ⤵️ these are 30 positive things you can do today, from self care to social time 🫶🫶
carley ◡̈

carley ◡̈

8927 likes

A woman in bed making a peace sign, with text overlay "NIGHT ROUTINE FOR A 5AM MORNING," introducing a routine for early risers.
A person holds a bowl of stir-fry with chicken and broccoli, with text "5:30-6PM for ideal digestion you should eat 3 hours before bed," illustrating dinner time.
A person's feet in slippers walking on concrete, with text "6-7PM HIGHER ENERGY ACTIVITIES" and a list of suggestions like walking, exercise, and cleaning.
how to actually wake up earlier
if you want to wake up early, you have to go to bed early…. period! if your goal is to wake up time is 5am, that means you need to be trying to sleep by 9pm. it also means you have to spend the hours leading up to bedtime doing things that will support your sleep. this is a nighttime routine that w
staci york 💛🍋

staci york 💛🍋

2005 likes

College Supplies you ACTUALLY NEED
If you’re wondering what you need for class, pick up your last minute supplies at target! Students get 20% one purchase 💸 ✏️Don’t buy an ipad right away! If you only intend on using it for notes, it isn’t a good investment. I would wait until your sophomore year to see if you actually need it! I
Jamie A Dreamer

Jamie A Dreamer

2258 likes

A hand holds a yellow book titled 'R.E.S.E.T. Your Mindset' by Natalie Eckdahl, with a 5/5 review rating and a blue circular arrow graphic. Another book is partially visible in the background.
Page 5 of 'R.E.S.E.T. Your Mindset' discusses 'Desire vs. Fear' for female entrepreneurs. Highlighted text addresses fears about being a thought leader, flexible schedules, financial security, and connecting with others.
Page 13 of 'R.E.S.E.T. Your Mindset' details the 'E - Evaluate' step for identifying mindset issues. Highlighted questions include those about imposter syndrome, fear of failure, limiting beliefs, and money mindset.
✨Every Female Entrepreneur Should Read This✨
This book has been a game changer for me! It pulled me out of a rut and gave me the tools to confront my imposter syndrome head-on. If you’re feeling stuck or struggling with self-doubt, I highly recommend giving it a read! 📚✨ #GrowthMindset #Inspiration #bestselfhelpbooks #mindsetbooks #
Tati

Tati

26 likes

A flat lay shows a pink bottle of hair remover cream, a pack of baby wipes, and a small container, with the overlay text 'Vagina Hacks THAT ACTUALLY WORK!' indicating the article's topic.
A white bottle of Nature's Way Slippery Elm Bark dietary supplement is shown, with overlay text 'SLIPPERY ELM' and 'Cures dryness!' highlighting its use for dryness.
Multiple pairs of colorful exfoliating gloves are neatly arranged, with overlay text 'EXFOLIATING GLOVES' and 'Great for exfoliation!' emphasizing their purpose.
VAGINA HACKS THAT ACTUALLY WORK! (UPDATED)🪒💕
💖 Vagina Hacks That Actually Work (And No, I'm Not Talking About Wiping Front to Back) 💖 Alright, babes, we're going there today—vagina hacks that actually work. 🙌 Yeah, yeah, we’ve all heard the same old “pH balance this” and “wipe front to back” advice (like, duh 🙄). I’m here to give y
Lushie Club 💖

Lushie Club 💖

33.7K likes

9 REASONS YOU SHOULD VISIT KANAB UTAH
Ok I lied…there are actually SO many more reasons to visit Kanab…but I had to narrow it down cause I couldn’t add any more pictures! But let me tell you - Utah is one of the most fascinating states…filled with so many beautiful and unique landscapes. There is SO much to do here, you could spend
Niki ◡̈ global guru

Niki ◡̈ global guru

125 likes

The cover of the book "Women Who Think Too Much" by Susan Nolen-Hoeksema, Ph.D., with a purple oval highlighting "How to Break Free of Overthinking and Reclaim Your Life." A "Swipe" arrow is visible.
A digital display of the book "Women Who Think Too Much" by Susan Nolen-Hoeksema, with a description about groundbreaking research on female overthinking and options for reading styles like "Flash" and "Heart."
A digital page showing the introduction to "Women Who Think Too Much: Breaking Free from the Overthinking Trap," discussing overthinking as a silent epidemic affecting women, with a "Heart 10mins" indicator.
Books Every Woman Should Read Once
🧠 Intro A 4.5⭐ read that unpacks the silent epidemic of overthinking in women—blending science, therapy, and compassion into one healing guide. 📍 Key Takeaways 1️⃣ Mental Traffic Jam – Overthinking is not insight, it’s mental noise disguised as productivity. 2️⃣ Trauma Replays on Loop – Our m
EllaReadsThings

EllaReadsThings

490 likes

A hand holds a pink silicone body brush against a dark, textured background. Overlaying the image in white text are the words "VAGINA HACKS THAT ACTUALLY WORK!" with a small Lemon8 logo and username at the bottom.
A white bottle labeled "Slippery Elm 400 mg Herbal Supplement" is displayed. Below it, the text "SLIPPERY ELM" and "+ For MAXIMUM wetness" are shown, indicating its use for moisture.
Multiple pairs of colorful exfoliating gloves are arranged on a white background. The text below reads "EXFOLIATING GLOVES" followed by benefits like smoothing skin, clearing dead skin, lifting hairs, and preventing ingrown hairs.
VAGINA HACKS THAT ACTUALLY WORK!
Hey, beauties! 💕✨ Today I’m revealing Vagina Hacks That Actually Work. Yes, you read that right! We're talking all about keeping your lady garden not just healthy, but thriving. These are the tried-and-true tips I swear by, and I'm here to share them with all of you lovely lot! They’re also
Lushie Club 💖

Lushie Club 💖

34.5K likes

Bible study notes today🥰
#biblejournaling #biblestudyforwomen #biblejournal #biblestudy #biblestudynotes
Morgan❣️

Morgan❣️

65 likes

A laptop and tablet are displayed on a desk, featuring a teddy bear wallpaper on the laptop screen. The image has an overlay text that reads "MY POST-SCHOOL BREAK RESET ROUTINE (that actually works)".
A person is seated at a well-lit desk, writing in a notebook, surrounded by study supplies and a drink. The image is titled "MORNING BRAIN DUMP" and describes writing down thoughts to clear mental space.
A person is shown tidying a bed, pulling up a duvet, with a white stuffed animal on the pillow. The image is titled "CLEAN MY SPACE" and describes a quick tidy-up to feel more in control.
How I Actually Reset After School Break 🤍
1. Morning brain dump 📝 When I’m overwhelmed, I do a brain dump. Nothing fancy — I grab a notebook or scrap paper and write everything that’s stressing me out. Assignments, random thoughts, tiny tasks like “charge my iPad”, I just let it all out. It’s like decluttering my brain so I can breathe a
emilie.studygram

emilie.studygram

52 likes

20 Signs you are actually healing
Healing rarely announces itself. It shows up in small, quiet ways — in a reaction you didn't have, a boundary you held, a day that felt lighter than before 💚 I've been journaling my healing in @Psyfy and reading it back showed me how far I'd actually come #psyfy #journaling #hea
cozy_cat

cozy_cat

62 likes

A woman with long, wavy brown hair and a nose piercing looks directly at the camera. She is wearing a dark puffer jacket. Overlay text reads "PRODUCTIVITY APPS everyone should download" with a Lemon8 logo and username.
An iced coffee drink with ice cubes. An overlay shows the "Done" app interface, displaying a morning habit tracker with items like "Morning Affirmations," "Brush teeth," and "Run or Walk." The text describes it as perfect for tracking daily/weekly habits.
A bed scene with an open book and a plaid blanket. An overlay shows the "Ally" app interface, prompting "Why are you saving?" with options like Emergencies, Home, and Vacations. The text describes it as an easy way to start a savings account and budgeting.
productivity apps everyone should download
I am a huge fan of apps. Not only do they keep my organized but it helps me stay productive when I'm feeling overwhelmed or lost. Some apps I love more than others, but these are my go-to apps I can't stop using! Done: You already KNOW this is one of my favorites! I love this habit track
stephanie hope

stephanie hope

189 likes

A pregnancy test showing 'Pregnant' with a red 'X' over the words 'SHOULD AVOID'. The image title reads 'Things you SHOULD AVOID When Pregnant', set against a light-colored ribbed fabric background.
A woman kneeling with the large yellow text 'CAFFINE' above her. Three small coffee cup icons are displayed. A yellow text box explains that excessive caffeine can affect fetal growth and increase blood pressure and heart rate.
A pregnant woman's torso with the large yellow text 'FOODS TO AVOID'. Icons for milk, cheese, egg, meat, and fish are shown. A yellow text box lists specific foods to avoid, including unpasteurized products, raw eggs, undercooked meats/fish, and processed deli meats.
Things you SHOULD AVOID during pregnancy 🤰🏻
When I got pregnant I had NO IDEA that there were lots of things that should be avoided. Of course to each its own, but here are some things I avoided in my pregnancy: Caffeine: FUN FACT I’m actually allergic to caffeine so I can’t have any in general but it’s recommend by The American College
Kelly Cardoso

Kelly Cardoso

4112 likes

A woman in athletic wear takes a mirror selfie in a gym, with text asking if actions align with desires. She wears a dark t-shirt and light shorts, surrounded by gym equipment.
Text on a blurred gym background lists what 'taking aligned action' does not mean, including giving up, cheating, or stopping due to discomfort.
Text on a blurred gym background emphasizes that wanting results isn't enough; one must follow through with commitments and show up consistently, even on hard days.
Are you actually working for it?
If you want it, are you actually working for it? Calling you out isn’t supposed make you feel bad.. in fact, when used correctly it actually inspires change. Read this with an open mind. Reflect with an open heart. & truly ask yourself… Are you playing it small because you’re unc
AveryAnderson

AveryAnderson

76 likes

My “lazy girl” productivity system that actually works.
Only write down 3 tasks per day — if everything is a priority, nothing is. Do the 2-minute tasks immediately, if it takes less than 2 mins just do it now. Batch your errands into one day, stop scattering them across the whole week. Use timers, not willpower — set 25 mins and race the clock, then re
Lilian

Lilian

83 likes

Pray about these 5 things today
Here are a few things you could pray about today: 1. Strength in Your Relationship: Pray for God’s guidance and strength in your relationship, that it continues to grow deeper and more rooted in His love. 2. Wisdom in Your Career: Pray for clarity and direction in your journey, that you may b
Abigail Swaby

Abigail Swaby

161 likes

An image of a sunset over water with text asking if users want PR with zero followers and to swipe to find out. The Lemon8 logo and username are visible at the bottom.
A screenshot of Google search suggestions, showing a search for a specific brand and related links, with an overlay instructing to search for the brand.
A Google search results page displaying a brand's official website and options like 'Brand Ambassadors', with an overlay instructing to click on the brand's link.
Pr brands that actually work!!!!
Florida #pr #unfiltered #embracevulnerability
Amiiiiiiiiiiii

Amiiiiiiiiiiii

37 likes

How to set goals (AND ACTUALLY REACH THEM!)
Hey y’all! So this is a goal-setting method that a teacher in high school shared with us, and I’ve been using it as an outline to help me reach my goals ever since! Having realistic, specific, measurable goals has been so so helpful along with working backwards from what life would look like after
Eli

Eli

24 likes

A white document titled 'Tip' and 'Description' lists 15 productivity strategies, including 'The 5-Minute Rule,' 'Eat the Frog First,' and 'Pomodoro Technique,' with explanations for each. The username '@dravenroyce' is visible at the top left, and two red hearts are at the top right.
🧠💡15 Productivity Power Moves That Actually Work
✨ Save this if you’re tired of burnout + busywork! Feeling overwhelmed? Scattered? Stuck in a loop of starting but never finishing? These 15 practical hacks will help you get focused, efficient, and actually cross things off your list 📍1. The 5-Minute Rule If it takes less than 5 minutes, d
Draven Royce

Draven Royce

4 likes

Books Every Woman Should Read Once
📚 Overview A viral bestseller by Dr. Nicole LePera on healing attachment wounds and self-worth. 4.8/5—raw, researched, and real. 🧠 Key Takeaways 1️⃣ Self-abandonment is sneaky — People-pleasing isn’t love, it’s survival mode dressed in politeness. 2️⃣ Triggers are teachers — Every overreacti
EllaReadsThings

EllaReadsThings

40 likes

Things No One Tells You About Being a Creator
Being a creator looks exciting from the outside, but a lot of it is showing up on the days it doesn’t feel like it’s working. #creatorcoach #contentcreationforbeginners #CONTENT #contentcreator #contentcreation
DoDigitalwithDay

DoDigitalwithDay

6 likes

Should I make more like these?🥹💓
I didn’t think I could manage to make such a soft character 😓 But hey! We made it!😆✨✨ #cuteartwork #cute things i drew today #art #coloredpencilart #kawaii
CelyArts🩷

CelyArts🩷

6 likes

See more