20 Ways to Practice Self-Care
Self-care n. the act of attending to one’s physical or mental health, generally without medical or other professional consultation
Engaging in regular self-care activities has been clinically proven to reduce or eliminate anxiety and depression, reduce stress, improve concentration, minimize frustration and anger, increase happiness, and improve energy. You can see why it is a hot topic! I believe self-care is one of the easiest ways to boost wellness and encourage you to make it part of your daily routine.
Self-care comes in many forms - big and small. It is more than massages, spa appointments, and pedicures. Those are awesome, but there are plenty of ways to practice self-care that you may be overlooking.
I pulled together a list of 20 ways to add self-care into your day. Read through to find your favorites and create your own unique daily self-care routine:
Listening to the messages your body sends (hunger, full bladder, thirst, tired) & taking action accordingly
Setting boundaries - with others & with yourself
Getting & staying hydrated
Speaking kindly to yourself
Connecting with a loved one
Reducing sugar intake
Speaking up for yourself
Taking short movement breaks during the day
Reducing handheld tech time
Scheduling less in your day/week/month - less ‘do’ more ‘be’
Increasing veggie intake
Doing an enjoyable activity
Spending time outdoors
Saying ‘no’ more often
Learning something new
Embracing failure as part of growth
Finding reasons to laugh
Saying ‘Thank You’ instead of ‘I’m Sorry’
Reducing or eliminating substance use
Giving your body & mind time to rest & recover
Enhance your wellness by fitting self-care into every day. You are worth it!
What are your favorite ways to practice self-care? What obstacles prevent you from practicing self-care?
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