Self-Care is Not Self-Ish!
Health & Wellness
By Rhonda M. Wood
Whether it’s deadlines, family drama, or a never-ending to-do list, you may be overdue for a little self-care.
Some people cringe at the thought of self-care, confusing it with selfishness, laziness, or overindulgence in oneself. Self-care means taking the time to do the things that help you live well and improve your mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, growth, health, happiness, and support systems. When it comes to your mental health, self-care can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness, and increase your energy.
Self-care goes back to the basics and even small acts of self-care in your daily life can have a significant impact. A few ways we can engage in daily self-care are with food choices, exercise, sleep, positivity, gratitude, and social interaction. Self-care is important for everyone but looks different from person to person. It is important to find and do what works best for you.
Many people struggle with putting other people and other things before their own needs, but it's not selfish to make you the priority for once. By investing time in your self-care, you give others the “best” of you instead of what is “left” of you.
