Self-Care

Today we want  to talk to you about self-care and why it’s so important. If you have been feeling a little burnt out lately then a lot of this could be because you haven’t been practicing self-care. If you’ve never given this much thought before, or if you want to make sure that you’re not overlooking your health then this is the guide for you.

Achieve Balance

The activities you choose to do for self-care have to help you to achieve balance. When thinking about the different activities you can do, you need to think about how they benefit you. You shouldn’t have to force yourself here because if you do then you won’t be able to reap the benefits.  Physical activity is great for relieving stress, so if you have a lot of anxiety then it can be the ideal solution. You can also strengthen your immune system by working out, but if you hate doing it then it will compromise your health in other ways. One way to get the best of both worlds would be for you to focus on activities that make you feel good. For example, you may love to walk but hate going to the gym. If this is the case, put a focus on walking, so you can benefit your mental and physical health. If you listen to music while working out, just make sure that you don’t have it on too loud or you could damage your hearing. If you want to get your hearing checked out and aren’t sure whether to visit your GP or audiologist, check out this specialist vs. GP debate.

Eat a Balanced Diet

What you eat and drink can have a huge impact on your body’s ability to prevent and fight infections. It can also impact your mood. If you are feeling unwell or anxious, then it could be an idea to look at your lifestyle. Stress can make you susceptible to illness, but if you eat a good diet then this can limit the negative effects of it. Try and incorporate a lot of fruit and vegetables during the day as this could help you more than you realize. 

Focus on Sleep

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Sleep can have a huge impact on how you feel. If you are experiencing elevated stress levels then sleep is just one way that you can start taking care of yourself. Getting enough sleep in the day will help you with your brain function and it will also help you to recharge for the next day. If you have a hard time getting off to sleep then it helps to try some relaxation exercises, or for you to try and meditate. Other things you can do include taking a break from social media and for you to disconnect from TV for a while. If you work from home, then make sure you keep your sleep and work areas separate from each other.

Plan Boundaries

Take a moment to think about the best methods you can adopt to move forward in your life. It’s critical for you to schedule regular self-care time and for you to do something that you enjoy. By doing this you can then recharge and make sure that work never gets overwhelming for you. If you struggle with a lot of anxiety, setting boundaries can help you to limit those negative feelings.

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