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80+ Inspirational Self-Care Sunday Quotes to Reset

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Unwind and recharge with these inspiring self-care Sunday quotes. Discover nuggets of wisdom, reminders to take it slow, and even a dash of humour to brighten your day. These quotes are a gentle nudge to prioritize well-being!

This post shares what self-care Sundays are, why self-care is essential, the 8 types of self-care, and over 80 powerful quotes to encourage, inspire and motivate you.

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What is a Self-Care Sunday?

Self-care Sundays are vital to nurturing mental health and well-being. But first, let’s explore what self-care really means.

Self-care is about taking intentional steps to care for your body, emotions, and mind. 

This could be anything from practicing gratitude to setting boundaries, chatting with friends, indulging in a massage, or hitting the gym.

My daily self-care routine starts my mornings positively. As a person of faith, I always begin with prayer, which is usually followed by some deep breathing and affirmations. 

This routine lasts 5 to 20 minutes, grounding me and boosting my confidence for the day. It’s not about following an exact routine every day but about taking time for yourself. For example, sometimes I may not say affirmations, but I’ll say a longer prayer.

Having a quick morning routine is an easy way to start your day off on the right foot.

💡Here are some easy ideas you can try:

  • Hydrate with a glass of water first thing. (This is essential)
  • Listen to nature sounds or calming music.
  • Light stretching
  • Head outside for some sunshine and Vitamin D.
  • Read a daily devotional
  • Do some quick gratitude journaling.

So, a “Self-Care Sunday” is dedicated to caring for yourself and recharging for the week ahead. It’s most often taken on a Sunday but can also be any day you choose, depending on your schedule. 

It involves relaxing and doing things that bring you joy. It’s like a spa day for your mind and body because it encourages building good habits to improve your well-being.

If you ever struggle with the Sunday Scaries (a common anxiety people experience on Sunday), read the post in the box below so you can have an enjoyable Sunday rather than being overwhelmed with worries for the week ahead.

🌟 For a treasure trove of self-care ideas, easy tips, and enjoyable activities, don’t miss out on my post, Self-Care Sundays: 60 Ultimate Ideas to Relax & Recharge. It’s a must-read for anyone looking to unwind and revitalize. Bookmark it today for quick and easy access. ✅

Why Inspirational Quotes for Self-Care

I have a soft spot for powerful quotes because they offer insight and a fresh perspective on circumstances or situations. 

Inspirational quotes can be like a quick pep talk, lifting your spirits and motivating you. They remind you to be kind to yourself and stay positive, even when things get tough. 

Reading uplifting quotes is an easy but excellent self-care idea, as they can help you feel more hopeful and optimistic about life. 

I hope these quotes will encourage you to take care of yourself and keep going, no matter what!

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80+ Inspirational Self-Care Sunday Quotes to Reset

I divided these into these five categories to make finding the type of quotes you’re looking for easier:

  • Uplifting Self-Care Quotes
  • Restful Sunday Quotes 
  • Short Self-Care Quotes
  • Self-Care Quotes About Self-Love 
  • Funny Self-Care Quotes

Uplifting Self-Care Quotes

I hope these inspiring self-care quotes will help positively influence your mindset and ignite some motivation and new ideas for self-care:

1. There is enough time for self-care. There is not enough time to make up for the life you’ll miss by not filling yourself up.
Jennifer Williamson
2. Of all the judgments we pass in life, none is more important than the judgment we pass on ourselves.
Nathaniel Branden
3. You’ll never change your life until you change something you do daily.
John C. Maxwell
4. Self-care: doing the things that make you feel more like yourself.
Unknown
5. We need to replace your vicious stress cycle with a vicious cycle of self-care.
Dr. Sara Gottfried
6. Self-care is not a waste of time. Self-care makes your use of time more sustainable.
Jackie Viramontez
7. Each life is made up of mistakes and learning, waiting and growing, practicing patience and being persistent.
Billy Graham
8. A smiling face is a beautiful face. A smiling heart is a happy heart.
Dr. T.P. Chia
9. Self-care is never a selfish act–it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer to others.
Parker Palmer
10. Forget yesterday–it has already forgotten you. Don’t sweat tomorrow–you haven’t even met. Instead, open your eyes and your heart to a truly precious gift–today.
Steve Maraboli
11. Be who you are and say how you feel, because those who don’t mind don’t matter, and those who matter don’t mind.
Dr. Seuss

More Uplifting Self-Care Quotes…

12. I believe that the greatest gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you.
Joyce Meyer
13. Self-care is giving the world the best of you instead of what’s left of you.
Katie Reed
14. What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
15. When you can’t find your purpose in a day, make it to look after yourself.
Dodie Clark
16. Every one of us needs to show how we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves.
Princess Diana
17. Women need solitude in order to find again the true essence of themselves.
Anne Morrow Lindbergh
18. Honeslty, self-care is not fluffy. It’s something we should take seriously.
Kris Carr
19. “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”
Proverbs 4:23
20. As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.
Maya Angelou
21. To nurture a garden is to feed not just the body, but the soul.
Alfred Austin
22. Self-care is not a one-time event, it’s something you have to make time for every day.
Unknown

Restful Sunday Quotes

These self-care Sunday quotes are powerful reminders of the importance of rest. Sleep is the most vital type of rest; as author and sleep scientist Matthew Walker says, “Sleep is the single most effective thing you can do to reset your brain and body for health.” (1) 

But rest goes beyond sleep and involves things such as taking regular breaks, deep breathing, stepping away from stressful situations, and alone time. Enjoy these restful quotes:

23. Closing your eyes and listening to silence is self-care.
Maxime Lagacé
24. I always give myself Sundays as a spiritual base of renewal–a day when I do absolutely nothing. I sit in my jammies or take a walk, and I allow myself to be–capital B-E–with myself.
Oprah Winfrey
25. A soft reminder: not everything that weighs you down is yours to carry.
Unknown
26. Do something nice for yourself today. Find some quiet, sit in stillness, breathe. Put your problems on pause. You deserve a break.
Akiroq Brost
27. Sometimes the most important thing in a whole day is the rest we take between two deep breaths, or turning inwards in prayer for five short minutes.
Etty Hillesum
28. Caring for your body, mind, and spirit is your greatest and grandest responsibility. It’s about listening to the needs of your soul and then honoring them.
Kristi Ling
29. Jesus said: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
Matthew 11:28
30. Self-care equals success. You’re going to be more successful if you take care of yourself and you’re healthy.
Beth Behrs
31. Sometimes feeling good isn’t about picking up more things to do, but about letting go of things that have nothing to do with you.
Curtis Tyrone Jones

More Restful Sunday Quotes…

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32. As important as it is to have a plan for doing work, it is perhaps more important to have a plan for rest, relaxation, self-care and sleep.
Akiroq Brost
33. Knowing how to be solitary is the central art of loving. When we can be alone, we can be with others without using them as a means of escape.
Bell Hooks
34. Self-care is not selfish. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.
Eleanor Brownn
35. Self-care has become a new priority–the revelation that it’s perfectly permissible to listen to your body and do what it needs.
Francis Ryan
36. Just when you feel you have no time to relax, know that this is the moment you most need to make time to relax.
Matt Haig
37. Just because you take breaks doesn’t mean that you’re broken.
Curtis Tyrone Jones
38. Learn to clear your mental junk, filter your mental chatter, take mental vacations, feed your mental cravings with only what will amplify your mental health.
Lynn Ujiagbe
39. Remember to prioritize self-care and rest, as they are essential components of success. By taking time to refuel, you’ll be able to perform better and reach your goals faster.
Felecia Etienne
40. But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Isaiah 40:31
41. Take care of your body, it’s the only place you have to live in.
Jim Rohn
42. In today’s rush, we all think too much, seek too much, want too much, and forget about the joy of just being.
Eckhart Tolle

Related article: 40+ Essential Self-Care Gift Basket Ideas

Short Self-Care Quotes

When you need a quick self-care Sunday quote or want to add a short one to your journal or vision board, these are great options that pack a punch despite their length.

43. A Sunday well spent brings a week of content.
Unknown
44. Your value is not based on your productivity.
Martina Martian 
45. Self-care is how you take your power back.
Lalah Delia
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46. Sundays were made for good coffee, good music, and being lazy with the ones you love.
Alex Vielee
47. You can’t pour from an empty cup.
Unknown
48. This is a wonderful day. I’ve never seen this one before.
Maya Angelou
49. Clear the chaos and make room for the calm.
Unknown
50. Self-discipline is self-caring.
M. Scott Peck
51. You don’t have to set yourself on fire to keep others warm.
Unknown
52. Take the time today to love yourself. You deserve it.
Avina Celeste
53. Sunday clears away the rest of the whole week.
Joseph Addison
54. Self-care means giving yourself permission to pause.
Cecilia Tran
55. The quieter you become, the more you can hear.
Ram Dass
56. Have patience with all things. But, first of all with yourself.
Francis de Sales

Self-Care Sunday Quotes About Self-Love 

Self-care and self-love are closely connected. As Brené Brown famously stated, “Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we’ll ever do.” These quotes highlight the importance of nurturing yourself as an act of self-love.

57. Today is Sunday. What a perfect day to show yourself some love.
Unknown
58. Taking care of myself doesn’t mean ‘me first’. It means ‘me too’.
L.R. Knost
59. Love yourself enough to set boundaries. Your time and energy are precious. You get to choose how you use it. You teach people how to treat you by deciding what you will and won’t accept.
Anna Taylor
60. If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete.
Jack Kornfield
61. I have come to believe that caring for myself is not self-indulgent. Caring for myself is an act of survival.
Audre Lorde
62. The more you give to yourself the more you’ve got to give others.
Janice Trachtman
63. When we give ourselves compassion, we are opening our hearts in a way that can transform our lives.
Kristin Neff

More Quotes About Self-Love…

self-care Sunday quotes
64. Accept yourself, love yourself, and keep moving forward. If you want to fly, you have to give up what weighs you down.
Roy T. Bennett
65. You aren’t doing “nothing” when you choose to put your well-being first. In fact, this is the key to having everything.
Brittany Burgunder
66. Self-care is putting Your own name on your schedule in magic marker.
Sanjo Jendayi
67. Self-respect, self-worth, and self-love, all start with self. Stop looking outside of yourself for your value.
Rob Liano
68. Don’t take your health for granted. Don’t take your body for granted. Do something today that communicates to your body that you desire to care for it. Tomorrow is not promised.
Jada Pinkett Smith
69. Beauty is how you feel inside, and it reflects in your eyes. It is not something physical.
Sophia Loren
70. Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others.
Christopher Germer
71. Carve out and claim the time to care for yourself and kindle your own fire.
Amy Ippoliti
72. Spending time alone in your own company reinforces your self-worth and is often the number-one way to replenish your resilience reserves.
Sam Owen

Related article: 65 Powerful Self-Love Affirmations

Funny Self-Care Quotes to Brighten Your Day

Laughter will always be one of my favourite ways and tools to destress and enjoy life! As poet and author E.E. Cummings once said, “The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.” 

Taking ourselves too seriously only adds tension and can increase our anxieties, which hinders our ability to find humour in life’s ups and downs, so I hope you enjoy these:

73. I’m staying home today. I have mood poisoning.
Unknown
74. For fast-acting relief, try slowing down.
Lily Tomlin
75. Trying to be happy by accumulating possessions is like trying to satisfy hunger by taping sandwiches all over your body.
George Carlin
76. The first time I see a jogger smiling, I’ll consider it.
Joan Rivers
77. All you need is love. But a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt.
Charles M. Schulz
78. Self-care is the greatest middle finger of all time.
Unknown
self-care Sunday quotes
79. I’m not really a night bird or a morning bird. More of a perpetually exhausted pigeon.
Gemma Correll
80. Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including yourself.
Anne Lamott
81. If it costs you your peace of mind, you’ve overpaid.
Rigel J. Dawson
82. Be good to your skin. You’ll wear it every day for the rest of your life.
Renee Rouleau
83. I think we should start calling our mistakes ‘growth spurts’ instead.
Cheryl Hale

If you’re struggling with stress and need more laughs, check out this post with 43 Hilarious Stress-Relief Quotes.

Different Types of Self-Care

I know people think of self-care as getting pedicures, massages or spending time at the spa, but there is much more to self-care.

I focus on a holistic approach to self-care that focuses on the eight areas of wellness described by Dr. Peggy Swarbick. (2)

Here’s a brief summary of the areas of wellness and what types of self-care they entail:

  1. Physical: Taking care of your body through regular exercise, nutrition, and rest.
  2. Emotional: Healthily managing your feelings and emotions, like journaling and seeking professional support.
  3. Spiritual: Nurturing your soul through beliefs and practices, whether through seeking God, relaxation techniques or nature.
  4. Social: Building and maintaining positive relationships with friends, family, and the community, such as volunteering and having regular get-togethers with loved ones.
  5. Occupational: Finding satisfaction and balance in your work and daily activities, such as organizing your work desk or bedroom and getting involved in committees.
  6. Intellectual: Stimulating your mind through learning, reading, or engaging in new experiences.
  7. Environmental: Creating a healthy and supportive physical environment, like decluttering or spending time in nature.
  8. Financial: Managing your money wisely and planning for your future financial security, like saving an emergency fund or talking to a financial advisor.

There’s no pressure to cover everything; often focusing on the basics like physical, emotional and spiritual self-care is key. However, this framework is helpful as it offers a comprehensive view of our wellness needs and different areas that impact us.

Related article: 70 Self-Care Ideas for Stress in All Areas of Your Life

Final Thoughts: Inspirational Self-Care Sunday Quotes to Reset

As you wrap up your scroll through these Self-Care Sunday quotes, I hope you found a few gems to add to your self-care toolkit. These quotes are meant to help remind you that taking care of yourself isn’t a luxury; it’s a necessity.

Remember always to embrace the opportunity to reset, recharge, and reconnect with what truly matters; it can make such a difference in your life!

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References:

1. Sleep Scientist Warns Against Walking Through Life ‘In An Underslept State’
2. Mapping Mental Health: Dr. Swarbrick & The Eight Wellness Dimensions | Center of Alcohol & Substance Use Studies


Martha Correa

I’m a mom of two and a former Social Worker for more than 16 years. I’m now a solopreneur, personal growth blogger, and the founder of Joyful State Of Mind. I believe you can go from merely surviving life to thriving--and the secret is being kinder to yourself. Because if you’re already stretched too thin, adding more isn’t the answer.

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  1. I’ve been in the habit of taking an hour for myself right when I get up in the morning for selfcare, including a short yoga workout. On Sunday’s I try to take several hours for skincare, reading, etc to reset for the week ahead. These quotes are so good – my favorite is “Sundays were made for good coffee, good music, and being lazy with the ones you love”.

    Jill

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