Self-care isn’t all bubble baths and deep breaths... well, not always! Sometimes, you need reminders to put yourself first and that’s exactly what the Sweary Self-Love Edition and Today I Choose Memory Makers decks were created for.
These aren’t your usual affirmation cards—they’re a little cheeky, they tell it like it is, and they are reminders of just how freaking amazing you are.
If you have a deck sitting pretty on your shelf, or have been thinking of buying, but aren't really sure just how to use them, here are 7 ways you can make the most of them.
1. Use Them as Journal Prompts
Not sure what to write about and that blank page is just staring back up at you? Or wanted to start journaling but just not sure how? Let your deck provide the inspiration. Pick a card and write about what it means to you, how it applies to your life, or how you can start living its message. Whether it’s a no-BS reminder to set boundaries or a choice to stand up for yourself, with 52 cards in each deck, you'll have loads to reflect on and write about.
2. Make It a Daily Affirmation
Start your morning by choosing a card and letting it set the mood for your day. If Today I Choose tells you to choose joy, pay more attention to the little things that make you happy. If Sweary Self-Love reminds you that you are fucking amazing, own it. Believe it. Live it.
3. Leave Them Where You’ll See Them
Stick them on your fridge, mirror, or workspace for an in-your-face reminder of just how strong and positive you can be. Keep one on your bedside table so it’s the first thing you see in the morning. Keep them where you will see them because you just know there will be times throughout the day when a reminder to "be kind, even when you want to tell everyone to fuck off" is exactly what you need 😉
4. Use Them as Conversation Starters
Choose a card with a friend or partner and see where the conversation goes. A Today I Choose card might lead to deep talks, while Sweary Self-Love will give you a giggle... and maybe shift the way you see things.
5. Add Them To a Daily Ritual
Pick a card while drinking your morning coffee, with your evening glass of wine, or as you settle in for the night. A little self-love can fit into any part of your day—just 5 minutes of your time can help change your mindset and help you reframe your thoughts.
6. Use Them in a Self-Care Challenge
Challenge yourself (ask a friend to do it with you to keep you both accountable!) to use a different card each day for a week. Whether that means journaling, following through with the message on the card, or just thinking about it, it’s an easy way to make self-care an everyday habit.
7. Let Someone Else Pick One for You
Sometimes we’re too close to our own thoughts to see what we need. Let a friend, partner, or coworker pull a card for you—you might be surprised at how much you needed to the message they choose for you.
And here's a little sneaky extra:
8. Create a Vision Board
Pin your favorite cards to a bulletin board along with photos and quotes that inspire you. Seeing those reminders daily can help reinforce the mindset, goals, and dreams you are working towards, keeping you focused and motivated.
Here at The Bay we believe self-care should feel just as real as it does fun and freeing. Our Sweary Self-Love Edition and Today I Choose Memory Makers decks are here to help you with it all—the moments of strength, the cheeky reminders, and the absolute unapologetic freedom of being you. We're all about creating stories, making memories, and being exactly who we are, one moment, one card, at a time.
Got any other ways you use your Sweary Memory Makers decks? We’d love to hear! Share your ideas with us in the comments below.
