Simple Self-Care for Busy Times

Self-care can be defined by the term itself – caring for yourself. Self-care includes anything you do to keep yourself healthy. Self-care is especially important during busy times, especially if you’re considering longevity. Self-care practices are often the first thing to become neglected when we find ourselves in challenging situations. It is important to keep self-care top of mind and not an after-thought, especially when we find ourselves in challenging times.

Engaging in a self-care routine has been clinically proven to reduce or eliminate anxiety and depression, reduce stress, improve concentration, minimize frustration and anger, increase happiness, improve energy, and more.

Physical Self Care

- Prioritize sleep by going to bed earlier or sleeping in

- Mindful movement: choose an activity by listening to your body

- Take a break, maybe this is a cup of tea or listening to music

- Go outside to connect with nature

- Add something small and special in your daily routine that brings joy

Emotional Self Care

- Feel gratitude or appreciation for the world around you

- Ask for help when you need it

- Choose to be present in the moment when with loved ones or pets

- Reframe critical thoughts with self-compassion

- Take a mental break, spend a few minutes without distraction

- Mindful breathing: choose to slow your breath

- Schedule time to do an activity you enjoy