Self-care has become a popular topic lately, and is often discussed on social media. But what does it mean to practice self-care? What are the benefits? When you fully understand self-care, it becomes much more likely to form a routine and create great results.
What Is Self-Care?
Self-care is anything that you do so you can keep yourself healthy – physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. Self-care includes activities that not only restore your health, but also enhance your well-being. It could be as simple as taking 15-minute walk or listening to soothing music.
Why Is It So Important?
Self-care is an important and integral part of life that we often neglect. Most of us know the basics, such as eating well and getting enough sleep, but more than just the basics, self-care is also about doing small acts of kindness to yourself.
When you take a little time for yourself, it can do wonders.
3 Benefits of Self-care
💕 Increase Self-awareness
How much do you know about yourself? Self-awareness is one of the key elements for change and growth. Practicing self-care can help you to be in tune with your thoughts, feelings, values, and goals. When you are self-aware, you are likely able to live a fulfilled life.
💕 Manage Stress
When you are stressed, it can affect your energy levels, ability to think clearly, and response to physical health problems. Maintaining a healthy stress response is a skill that will be useful to you for life. Self-care is a wonderful way to unwind your stress and boost your mood.
💕 Improve Relationships
Our relationships with others are crucial to our overall wellness. We have an inborn desire to be around other people, connecting and building relationships with them. When you practice self-care, you’re likely to be able to contribute to a better relationship with your family, friends, and co-workers.
3 Self-Care Activities in 15 minutes or less
Here are three simple self-care ideas.
💡 Unplug
Do you find yourself looking at your phone or smartwatch right when you wake up? Do you watch TV or use devices while in bed? Technology has taken over our lives and as a result, we have become more disconnected from both ourselves and the world around us. Being unplugged from technology can be valuable so that you can spend more time with your loved ones.
💡 Say “No”
Learning to say “no” means that you put a priority on your time and energy, so you can direct toward the things that matter the most to you and your well-being over your obligations and relationships. We don’t want to appear impolite, selfish, or unhelpful. It can be very uncomfortable and difficult to say “no.” Be honest about why you can or cannot do something and offer alternatives.
💡 Spend Time In Nature
Research shows that people who spend time in nature tend to be more active, more satisfied with life, and live longer. Being in nature reduces stress, increases happiness, and even improves memory. Getting out for a nature walk, going on a bike ride, and meditation outside are great forms of self-care.
Self-care is unique to you. You want to figure out what kind of activities that make you feel rejuvenated and relaxed. Self-care does not need to be complicated or time-consuming. Try something simple which you can do every day in fifteen minutes or less.
Thank you for reading! Please contact me via Email or contact form to share what your self-care practices are. 💌