Best Self-Care Tips for Well-Being
I'm sharing some of the best self-care tips and ways to start your own routine.
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Self-care has gotten to be a buzzword in the last few years. It’s defined simply as looking after one’s own health and well-being. It is a way to combat stressors, promote health, and cope with illness or disability.
In contrast to the belief of some, self-care is not selfish. It is not only for the mentally or physically ill. It’s little ways to take care of yourself so that you can live and work with more effectiveness and clarity. Some practices have been linked to living a longer life: Exercise, sleep, and getting outside
In this article I’ll give you ways you can practice self-care emotionally, physically, and spiritually
Emotional
Saying no (making and keeping boundaries)
Expressing gratitude
Limiting exposure to the news
Journaling
Engaging with positive influences
Embracing self-acceptance
Practicing self-compassion
Seeking Support
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This can be your close friends or family. It you need a therapist, try BetterHelp
Physical
Walking
Dancing
Stretching
Swimming
Doing hobbies
Playing a sport
Eating healthy meals
Drinking water
Prioritizing sleep
Getting sunlight
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Spiritual
Doing Yoga (partly physical)
Deep breathing
Making Vision board/writing positive affirmations
Listing to music playlists
Practicing Mindfulness meditation
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It has multiple benefits on mental health, sleep, and blood pressure by practicing being in the moment. Mayo Clinic mindfulness exercises.
Connecting with others (including animals)
Decluttering
Praying
Using Art therapy (catharsis)
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It is creative expression through dance, drama, music, and writing. A very well mind.
I know that was a lot. Here are some tips to make a self-care plan!
Make a Routine
1. Choose which activities bring you joy, rejuvenate you, and bring balance.
2. Start small by introducing ONE thing a week
3. Build up to doing that thing every day for 7 days
4. Reflect. How does it make you feel?
5. Add more when you are ready.
6. Get support from a therapist, or a close friend or family.
In conclusion, remember you are valuable and irreplaceable. While we all have priorities, do not forget to take time to look out you for you. I hope you will make time for self-care in the coming days.
Be well.
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