How easy it is to get so wrapped up in doing that we forget the one managing it all—ourselves! The amazing humans juggling work, family, friends, and life’s never-ending to-do list.
Mark your calendars, July 24th is International Self-Care Day, a friendly reminder to hit pause and check in with yourself. And what better way to remind yourself that you matter too than with a handwritten note of love, gratitude, or encouragement?
This year, we invite you to step out of your routine and write yourself a heartfelt message. Call it a thank you note, a pep talk, a love letter, or even a gentle apology. Whatever it is, put it on paper—and give yourself a moment to breathe, reflect, and recognize all your efforts.
Why Write to Yourself?
Writing to yourself is more than a sweet gesture. It’s an act of kindness that can lift your spirits, clear your thoughts, and help you reconnect with what truly matters. It’s a chance to say the things you might not want to speak out loud: Thank you for holding it together… It’s okay to rest… Keep going… I’m proud of you…
Even better? These letters turn into little time capsules to revisit in months or years later and see how far you’ve progressed, what you’ve overcome, and how much you’ve grown.
Pick a Card, Any Card
Need some inspiration? Here are some of our favorite handcrafted cards to help you turn your letter of self-love into a forever keepsake:
🌈 Rainbow Greeting Card — Like a rainbow that appears after the storm, always remember, brighter days are always ahead! Write yourself a note when you need a fresh start.
🪷 Lotus Pond Greeting Card — The lotus flower is the ultimate symbol of resilience. It rises through the mud every single day, blooming with the sunrise—a quiet, beautiful triumph. Celebrate your resilience in ink.
🪽 Three Herons Greeting Card — Herons symbolize patience, wisdom, and navigating life’s challenges with grace. Perfect for reminding yourself to breathe and trust your journey.
⚔️ Female Samurai Greeting Card — Channel your inner warrior with a message of courage and strength for whatever obstacles lie ahead, like the samurai, Tomoe Gozen of the Minamoto clan. To this day, she’s still celebrated in Japan for her courage and bravery in battle.
🦋 Plum Branch & Butterflies Greeting Card — Butterflies for hope, plums for perseverance. Write about what you’ve survived and how beautifully you continue to blossom, even under harsh conditions.
🐉 Dragon Greeting Card — Dragons represent power, luck, and wisdom. Perfect for a letter reminding yourself just how unstoppable you are.
🕊️ Swallows on White Flower Branch Greeting Card — Swallows symbolize new beginnings and safe returns. Tell your future self where you’re headed next and all you hope to achieve.
🏖️ Beach House Greeting Card — Picture the ocean breeze as you pen your thoughts. Let the tide wash away stress and bring in calm.
👰 Bride-to-Be Greeting Card — Getting married? Don’t forget to write a few vows to yourself. Capture your excitement, your dreams, and your joy before the madness of the big day begins.
🍼 Knitted Baby Booties Greeting Card — Expecting a little one? Pen a letter for your future self and your baby—something to treasure for years to come.
Take a Moment Just for You
So here’s your gentle push to pick your favorite card, grab a pen, find a cozy spot, and give yourself the time and recognition you so deserve.
This International Self-Care Day, let’s show ourselves some love—one handwritten letter at a time.
