Do a little happy dance

This is a celebration of the small achievements you want to celebrate with yourself. It can be as small as opening a tight jar's cap or as big as being appreciated by your boss. Happiness is happiness; it comes in a free size. So turn on your go-to dance song and appreciate yourself for all the challenges you've won today.

Have a spa day once in a month

The spa is one of the best ways to relax. Going for a spa might be a little time consuming but you always get weekends and you can choose at least one weekend for this. It will not only help to relax your body but also help you relax your mind as it takes you away from the 'life is a race' game to a peaceful time relaxing with yourself.

Diary Writing

A lot of people complain that it's a time-consuming process or not everyone can be comfortable in writing because of the fear that others might read it is real. If you can't do it regularly, it's ok but you can do it for the times when you are very sad or very happy, it can make you think more and more thoughts which might make you happier when you are happy or it can motivate you within yourself at the time of sadness. During the time of anger, it is better to write then to yell at someone else, as you might be thinking of just your side of the story (which is the case most of the times) so it will help you make a sensible decision at many times. 

Cook yourself a healthy meal

Cooking can be an excuse to spend a little time with yourself as it allows you to give some moments with yourself to think and to create something. Adding cooking in your daily schedule can change your mood. By cooking I mean a healthy meal, junk food these days is very easy and cheap to get and it will satisfy your taste buds but it upsets your body and its metabolism to a different level. A healthy meal will make you calm, fill your stomach and you can always experiment when you cook for yourself.

Keep your room clean and scented

A dirty room can always drive you into a bad mood without your acknowledgement. You will see the change in mood when you clean your room or your house. A clean space reflects positive vibes which naturally makes your mood better. After cleaning, spray a room freshener or you can keep scented candles in your room to make yourself more calm and relaxed.

Say goodbye to toxic people

But how? That is the question. Because most of the toxic people are the ones who come across us daily and no matter what, we just can't ignore them all of a sudden. This thing should start with baby steps. In the start, you can keep a little distance with them and slowly, keep increasing that distance. Eventually, all the toxicity will fade away without any awkwardness.

Read an inspirational book

Words have a huge impact on our lives and what we read reflects in our personality. Reading an inspirational book helps in building a better personality as well as it inspires you to do more things in life.

Watch comedy Films / Series

Comedy can do wonders, the reason why it is the part of self-care tips is that we all know that laughter is the best medicine. It will make you forget all the tensions from your life at least for the time being and help you reduce stress.

Have a long bath once a week

The bathroom is the best place to think and relax so get ready with those scented candles, bath bombs, essential oils, and your favourite drink and spend a long time with light music in your bath. It will give a sense of satisfaction and keep you calm.

Take a few minutes to think

This is the most important self-care tip as thinking allows you to get into perspective in this world full of opinions. Doesn't matter how busy you are, take 10 minutes just to sit silently and think. Think about the whole day, think about what you have done and what you could've done better. Learn from everything but don't have any regrets. 

Make self-care an important part of your life as you are going to stay with yourself in this body forever. Make each day better than your past without any regrets. Start the things you always wanted to and leave the worries behind.

Written by Harshita Sharma
Edited by Rutuja Bhagwat

2. Johnny Hot Dog

Situated in Chappan (56) shops aka the heart of the city, this Indore food joint serves the best hot dogs in Indore, as they are delicious and pocket-friendly. Johnny Hotdog is appreciated by many celebrities and chefs all over the country. Most recently they published in Forbes India as their signature veg hot dog was the ‘Most popular menu item in the Asia Pacific’ on Uber eats. You can now understand how popular this food joint is! They have Veg hot dog, Banjo, Mutton hot dog and many other variants. This is definitely one of the best food joints in Indore that you must visit with your family and friends. 

3. Vijay Chaat House

That one place which always pops up when you think of Indian snacks is Vijay Chaat house for Indories. It is one of the oldest food joints in Indore and famous for its very own ‘Khopra Pattis’ (deep-fried mashed potato balls with the flavour crushed coconut) and many other Indian snacks and desserts. They have several food joints in Indore but the most famous ones are located in Sarafa bazaar and Chappan shops. 

4. Prashant Nashta Corner

Prashant Nashta Corner is located at Geeta Bhawan area in Indore. They serve different kind of foods from Indian snacks to South Indian, North Indian, and special thalis. Their most famous dish is Usal Poha. It is a dish invented in Indore; usal is a curry which is mixed in poha to make it tastier than the regular poha. It is the most loved breakfast of all time for Indories. Due to its location, Prashant Nashta Corner attracts many hostellers, coaching and college-going students from that area.

5. Karnawat Paan

After all the food you have consumed, it is now time for the post-food ritual i.e. a mouth freshener. Paan (betel leaf) is the most loved form of mouth freshener in India. Paans have evolved so much in past few years, they are not simple anymore, there are so many experimental flavours added to them now: from Chocolate paan to fire paan to simple meetha paan, you name it and they have it all! Karnawat has their paan corners throughout the city. Most famous outlets are at New Palasia and Tower square area.

Above are the 5 best food joints in Indore that you must visit. All these food joints serve the most famous dishes in Indore which have a taste to die for and you should experience at least once in your lifetime. All of them are family-friendly as well as youth-friendly food joints in Indore, so what are you waiting for? If you are a full-time foodie then Indore is definitely a good option for your next vacation destination.

Written by Harshita Sharma
Edited by Rutuja Bhagwat