Looking After Yourself is Self-Care

Self-care comes in different ways; physical, mental, and spiritual health. What makes you feel good will be different from what another person needs to feel the same way.  

 These are some steps you can take to self-care:

Stay connected, set regular calls with a loved one. Some people take time out for self-care, sometimes you might crave a connection with a friend, relative etc. Remember to be present in the moment.

Some find ‘self-care’ means to slow down, it is important to ask yourself if movement is a part of your self-care. It could be yoga, boxing, cycling, walking; whatever feels right for you. This can vary from the day to day but fitting time in for movement is crucial.

Spend some time cooking a favorite or comforting meal, nourishing your body with food that you have prepared is special. If possible, meal prep your dinner/lunch for the week this will free you time to focus on other things.

Take time out from your electronic devices, yes, it is easier said than done, but disconnecting from your electronic devices will allow you to be present and to tune back into yourself. You will be able to define what you truly need in the moment. A good idea is to switch off an hour or so before bedtime to help you wind down.

Social media has now become a part of our lives, take inventory of how much you are spending time on social media; scrolling time is also procrastinating doing other things you should be doing. Be aware and mindful of your social media time, this can help you manage your overall time.

The smaller and simpler things can also be self-care like taking a hot bath or a shower, this can help you relax from a long, hard day.

Find a way to meditate, listen to music or practice a breathing technique; explore different ideas to see what works best for you.

Check in with yourself once per month to regroup. Set positive, daily affirmations remind you daily, that you ae on the right path to success.

Make self-care a part of your routine. Taking care of yourself doesn’t have to be just one day per week or be planned. It can easily be a 45-minute walk. Small steps every day to build self-care into your routine can have a very positive impact on your overall health.