You’ve got a to-do list that feels like it’s a mile long. There are kids to run around, social and church commitments, work deadlines to meet, and a house to keep clean. To get everything done, you put yourself aside and focus on fulfilling the needs of everyone around you. Neglecting yourself isn’t good for anyone. Sure, you’re getting your kids where they need to be and putting meals on the table, but you’re left in a state of constant physical and mental exhaustion, which makes you feeling helpless, overwhelmed, and extremely stressed out. How will you get anything done if you’re suffering from burnout?

Luckily, there’s a simple way to avoid those feelings: self-care. No matter how long your to-do list is or how busy you are, you have to take some time for self-care. These self-care techniques can be as simple as laying your head down for 3-5 minutes a day or giving your favorite pillow a quick cuddle. Despite how busy you may think you are, there are hundreds of self-care techniques you can practice to keep yourself sane, avoid getting burned out, and are quick to complete.