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Self Care

self-care

/ˌselfˈker/

noun

  1. The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health.

    "autonomy in self-care and insulin administration"

    • the practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.

      "Expressing oneself is an essential form of self-care"

 
A person in a seated yoga pose is formed from words related to wellness.

SELF CARE MEANS...

Knowing who you are and your limits Getting the sleep you need and knowing how to rest making sure that you're well fed Finding a way to decompress throughout your day Taking time to get to know YOU better Identifying what you enjoy doing and what's fun for you, and make a serious effort to integrate it into your day Knowing how to decompress after a day's work Feeding your spiritual self Taking time to love yourself