Self-Care

Self Care is a part of daily living. It is the action individuals and carers take for themselves and their children, families, friends and others. It includes actions taken to stay healthy, as well as care for minor, acute and long-term conditions.

In this day and age of fast living, it can be hard to take care of ourselves. But it’s important to find even a few moments here and there where you can do something good for yourself.

60 Ways to Better Self Care

Physical:

  • Take a walk
  • Ride a bike
  • Soak in a hot bath, with candles and music
  • Exercise at the gym
  • Stretch and move to music
  • Practice Yoga postures
  • Take a course in Tai Chi, water aerobics, or yoga

Emotional:

  • Deep breath and think, “I am calm and peaceful”
  • Share feelings about an experience with a friend
  • Listen to music you like
  • Sing or make sounds
  • Hug someone, ask for a hug
  • Pet your dog or cat
  • Talk to someone by pre-tending they are facing you in an empty chair

Mental:

  • Say an affirmation
  • Read a book or magazine article
  • Express your thoughts & feelings in a journal
  • Make a to do list
  • Write a poem
  • Write a letter
  • Listen to tapes

Spiritual:

  • Connect with Nature
  • Concentrate on the flame of a candle
  • meditate
  • Pray
  • Talk to your guardian angel
  • Listen to a guided meditation tape
  • Write about your spiritual purpose