Between work, errands and everyday commitments, finding time for yourself can be difficult.

A visit to Carrickmines Park can be about more than ticking things off your to-do list, with plenty of ways to make a little time for yourself while you are there.

1. Take a proper coffee break
   Instead of grabbing a coffee on the go, make time to enjoy it. Stop at Costa Coffee, order your favourite drink and take a proper break, whether you bring a book or simply sit and switch off for a while.
2. Make time for a treatment
   Give your skincare routine a little more attention with a treatment at EveryDerm or Thérapie Clinic. SkinVive at Thérapie Clinic or a Hydrofacial is one option for those looking to give their skin some extra care.
3. Get back into reading
   If you never seem to have time to read, make it easier to fit into your day. Pick up a Kindle at Harvey Norman or Currys and have your next book ready whenever you find a quiet moment.
4. Make space for a hobby
   Set aside some time for something you genuinely enjoy. Whether that means picking up new golf gear at Halpenny Golf or finding something to get you outdoors at 53 Degrees North, make time for an interest that often gets pushed aside.
5. Take yourself out for lunch
   You do not need to wait for someone else to be free to enjoy a good lunch. Make a solo lunch date at Barry & Browne or The Vanilla Pod Eatery, take your time and enjoy a break from your usual routine.

Next time you are at Carrickmines Park, make a little time for yourself too.