1) Self-Care involves spending money
Do a simple Google search and most self-care tips and advice do indeed have some type of financial cost attached. But to think that taking care of yourself costs always money is to do yourself a disservice. Self-care, in its simplest definition is “care of self” and you can do that no matter how much is your bank account. Self-care is about honoring yourself—your mental state, your physical condition, your emotional needs.
2) Self-Care isn’t something you need to do daily
You should do at least one act of self-care per day. Monthly manicures or massages sound great and I say, go ahead and do that. But you should also be waking up with intention. Simply going through the motions and swinging from item to item on your to-do list leaves you without space for yourself.
When you wake up, ask yourself, “What do I need today?” Some days I wake up and I just know I need to give myself extra time to get things done because I’m sleepy and probably not on top of my game. Other days I wake up and I know I will need some physical comfort later on (AHEM). Think about what you need (every day!) and make sure you find a way to get it.
3) Self-Care must be done by yourself
Just because it’s called “self-care” it doesn’t mean it needs to be a solo activity. Hanging out with friends or spending time with family certainly qualifies if it is something that refreshes you and honors what you need at the time. Remember, the “rules” of self-care are yours to create. Whatever YOU need is what qualifies as self-care. Feel free to disregard everything I said if it doesn’t fit what YOU need. Honestly. That’s how all of this works. 
It costs nothing to move yourself up on your to-do list, but the rewards are immeasurable.
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Self-care is not selfish; it’s a vital act of self-preservation and self-love. It’s about recharging, finding balance, and nurturing your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Great discussion on the myths surrounding self-care! One of the biggest misconceptions is that self-care has to be time-consuming or expensive. But it can be as simple as finding small ways to boost your mood each day. For instance, wearing a nice scent can be demur. Many men’s fragrance brands carry perfumes that can instantly make you good. Self-love does not always mean unending hours, it is more concerned with those ever so little aspects which do seem little but timetably help!