Health - Self Care

In these times where we are not doing our considered normal routines and face to face social connections to others it is important that we look after ourselves.  This is called Self-Care.

What is self-care?

It is any activity that we do deliberately and consciously in order to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. Although it's a simple concept in theory, it's something we very often overlook. 

Why should we do it?

Good and regular self-care is vital in improving mood and general well being. The saying goes “you can’t pour from an empty cup”. If we don’t take time to do things we enjoy then all areas of our life including school, work, and relationships will be impacted.

How can we do it?

The great thing about self-care is that everyone gets to choose what works for them. Once you have established what you enjoy doing then it is important to set aside time regularly to do it. Examples include:

Regular exercise

Reading a good book

Eating a well-balanced diet

Getting outdoors in the fresh air

Spending time with loved ones

Playing music

Drawing/ painting

Watching a favourite show or movie

Remember...

A ‘full’ self-care cup should include a few different things rather than just one. So if you enjoy watching movies then make sure you also find time to do something active, like going for a walk, bike ride or team sport. 

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