Taking care of yourself is something that can be often overlooked. Sometimes we get too busy or stressed and don’t give ourselves the attention we need. As a result, this can lead to burnout. Everyone needs time to take a break and decompress from their lives. Maria Baratta Ph.D., on Psychology Today, lists 10 ways to exercise self-care. Below I list some of my favorite ways Maria listed on how to take care of you.
Self care means knowing who you are and your limits
Self care means getting the sleep you need and knowing how to rest
Self care means making sure you’re well-fed
Self care means finding a way to decompress throughout your day
Self care means taking time to get to know you better
Self care means identifying what you enjoy doing and what's fun for you and make a serious effort to integrate it into your day
Self care means taking time to love yourself
Overall as individuals, we should all take time out of daily lives to look after ourselves. Making sure that we’re healthy physically by eating enough and getting enough sleep. Taking those mental pauses so that we can make it through the day. Finding and loving ourselves even more. Doing what’s enjoyable and fun for you daily. Knowing yourself and your limits. Self care isn’t always that glamorous it can just be those little things that you do for yourself emotionally, physically, and mentally.