I don’t know about you, but I’ve fallen out of the habit of taking time for self-care lately. There has been a lot going on the last number of months, and self-care seemed like the thing that there was never quite enough time for.
But the truth is – it’s November. Which means it is the start of the holiday season. Which means things will only get busier!
So is self-care optional, or essential?
You probably already know my answer on this one. Self-care is essential.
Taking the time to slow down and take care of ourselves helps us come out of the stress response and into the rest-and-heal response. The more we allow ourselves to rest and recharge, the more energy we will have for the things we need to do, and the things we WANT to do. And those lists do seem to lengthen during the holiday season.
Self-care looks different for everyone, and may even look different day-by-day.
When deciding what self-care looks like for you, you could ask these questions:
- What do I need to say “no” to in my life in order to create time for self-care?
- How often would I like to practice self-care? (Suggestion: 3x per week or more!)
- What do I feel I most need right now in order to recharge?
- What helps me relax? (A hobby, being in nature, going for a walk, etc.)
- What do I love to do that I rarely take the time for?
- Why is it important to me to allow my body and mind to rest and recharge?
- What will happen if I don’t allow my body and mind to rest and recharge?
I encourage you to schedule self-care into your calendar as a non-negotiable appointment with yourself – especially if you are newly creating a care routine, or you are trying to get back into a routine!
Have a restful weekend!
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