Self-care tips to refresh your routine
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Summer’s a wrap. Barbecues, beach days, whirlwind trips — amazing memories. But now? Reality’s calling: classes, calendars, cooler weather… and that suitcase still half-zipped in the corner.
Unpacking it is just the beginning. Your bathroom counter’s still in post-vacation chaos, and your toothbrush? Let’s just say it’s seen more airports than you have.
That’s why fall is the time to recharge. Think of it as mental health self-care you can see (and feel). Read on for ways to refresh your day, tidy your space, and brighten your smile.
Clutter? Cancelled.
Your space sets the tone for your daily self-care routine, so start by clearing some (literal) baggage:
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Closets and drawers - Bye swimsuits, hi sweaters
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Luggage and travel kit - Toss those leaky minis, clean the dopp kit
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Bathroom counter - Put bottles back where they belong, wipe it all down.
And don’t forget the MVP of your countertop: your toothbrush (like quip Sonic or quip Rev)
Retire tired bristles and swap in a fresh brush head. Shop multi-packs, or make it effortless with a 3-month subscription — one more win on your self-care checklist.
Fall back into good habits
Skipping floss on vacation? Forgivable. But fall is all about routines, consistency, and the best self-care practices:
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Brush 2 minutes, twice a day - Try quip Ultra, a recent CNN editor favorite
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Floss daily - quip Floss String, plus a Water Flosser (one of 2025’s best per Yahoo)
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Freshen between brushings - quip Gum and quip Mints flush out gunk all day
Consider oral care you time — a quick pause, a micro-meditation. It’s basically self-care for anxiety.
Treat yourself (and your teeth)
Self-care isn’t just decluttering and discipline — it’s planning little joys that make the grind easier:
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Tickets to a show - live music, bad seats, great vibes
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A cozy dinner at home - sweatpants, pasta, zero judgment
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A spa afternoon with friends - sheet masks, tea, gossip sessions
Bonus: quip subscriptions earn quip Perks loyalty credits for future refills or new gear. A simple self-improvement idea that pays off without a stack of self-improvement books.
The takeaway: Small swaps, big reset
This fall, prioritize caring for your mouth like self-care for sleep or mental health. Because the best self-care activities aren’t complicated — they’re simple habits that add up.