Practicing self care can lead to a happier and healthier you. The World Health Organizations (WHO) defies self care as the ability to promote health, prevent diseases and manage illness. That pretty much sums it up. If we don’t improve our self care, it’s impossible to properly care for anyone else either. My analogy is that we need to be recharged just like a battery. Self care is also a sensational mood benefactor. Honestly, I feel that self care starts with self love. I’ve been blessed to know how important it is to take care of myself from a very young age. I do try my best considering the challenges I’m currently facing. And quite often we also neglect self care due to our fast paced, busy lifestyle which in tern starts to deplete our energy and takes away from self care. That’s why self care is crucial for a healthier lifestyle to be a happier and healthier you.
Are you practicing self care? Below is a list of self care practices. How many “Are You’s” can you check off this list?
Are You:
1. Taking care of your physical health.
2. Taking care of your mental health.
3. Praying, meditating.
4. Stretching and exercising.
5. Getting enough vitamins and minerals.
6. Eating healthy foods and getting adequate nourishment.
7. Staying hydrated.
8. Getting sunlight.
9. Surrounded by like minded people.
10. Getting adequate sleep.
11. Putting up healthy boundaries.
12. Being kind to yourself.
13. Getting fresh air.
14. Taking a vacation.
15. Hugging someone you love.
16. Taking a break from social media.
17. Buying something that you like.
18. Giving yourself “YOU“ time.
19. Dancing and singing.
20. Relaxing when needed.
21. Lighting a scented candle.
22. Taking a bubble bath.
23. Wearing comfortable clothes.
24. Being playful.
25. Calling people you love.
26. Writing a journal.
27. Getting a massage.
28. Pampering yourself.
29. Looking at the sunrise and sunset.
30. Being thankful.
Etc…
*Being kind to yourself is not being selfish!
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