Self Care - 133 Thinks to Do For Yourself

(From the My Warrior Mom Life blog)

Self care is the key to a healthy, happy and balanced life. As a parent to a struggling teen or a care-giver to others (your own parents, a relative, a friend) we often neglect our own needs and forget that we have to focus on ourselves, too. We can only help others when we are whole. It isn’t selfish, but vital to our energy, stamina, mental health and spirit.

Begin with the basics: eat a sensible diet, get enough proper sleep, exercise, connect with loved ones and laugh. These things should be a daily priority!

After that, we must have intention to find a relaxing activity every day and a pleasurable activity every day. If there is a medical issue, put that at the top of the list and see a professional.

And remember, you are not alone! No matter what path you are on, everyone has “something” to deal with. Be kind to yourself. Allow yourself to be angry, sad or disappointed. Then try to do something on this list. Or add your own self-care ideas to it. It might even be broken down into hours or minutes for those of us in crisis mode!

Please share! When we help others, we help ourselves too!

133 Things to Do For Yourself