RESPECT YOUR
Body
What is Self-Care?
Self care is any activity deliberately done to improve mental, emotional, or physical health.
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Can improve your mood, reduce anxiety or depression, and decrease stress
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Can provide the balance between a busy life and a healthy life
Prioritizing yourself and your needs allows you to help and support others, foster and sustain meaningful relationships, and obtain more happiness and fulfillment from life.
Failure to Implement
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An extended failure to care for one’s self can result in decreased emotional well being, mental/physical illness, or even hospitalization.
Methods of Self-Care
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Promote a healthy diet
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Exercise
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Get quality sleep
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Practice relaxation exercises
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Meditate
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Write in a journal
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Meet with a therapist
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Participate in enjoyable activities
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Get a massage
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Go out for a meal with friends
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See a movie
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Spend time outdoors
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Read a book
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