The Importance Of Self Care

 


What is Self-Care?

The term self-care is actually self-explanatory and has everything and anything to do with keeping yourself healthy - physically, mentally, and spiritually. 

Practicing self-care does not mean you are choosing yourself over your loved ones. It means that you are simply being mindful of your own needs, so you are better able to support the people you care about. When you take care of yourself, you are better able to meet the needs of others.

Self-care comes in a variety of forms. It does not require an elaborate plan; self-care can be as simple as taking a deep breath when you notice you are becoming stressed. By maintaining your physical and mental health, you will likely be better equipped to handle the stressors that come along with supporting someone you care about.


How to practice self-care?

Self-care doesn’t have to cost an arm and leg. Here are some of our top tips for self-care that won’t break the bank:

  • Get a good night's rest.
  • Drink lots of water.
  • Go out for a quick walk.
  • Take a relaxing bath.
  • Say no to something you don't want to do.
  • Listening to your favorite music.
  • Watch your favorite movie/series.
  • Prepare something healthy yet delicious for dinner.
  • Make a list of five or more things you like about yourself.
  • Spend time with your loved ones.

Check out more ways to practice self-care.


Here are 5 benefits of practicing self-care:

  1. Improves your physical health.
  2. Reduce stress and anxiety.
  3. Boost your self-esteem.
  4. Protects your mental health.
  5. Lead to better relationships.



Self-Care is the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a healthcare provider

Comments

  1. Marie T. Rogers, Ph.D. January 17, 2022 at 7:21 PM

    Excellent reminder that we need to take good care of ourselves so that we can best help others and our communities.

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    1. Pamperholic By RavianJanuary 18, 2022 at 3:01 PM

      Definitely! It's vital to know that we can't pour from an empty cup.

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  2. UnknownJanuary 18, 2022 at 8:30 AM

    I just loved this read, and IL be practicing some of these tips.

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