Effective self-care is much more than sneaking a very occasional indulgent pleasure or self-perceived excess. If this is your understanding and application of self-care, you are missing out on most of the possible benefits.

Self-care should be routine, not just in times of duress. It is by the habitual application of effective self-care that we build the emotional resilience to deal with the daily challenges that we call ‘life’.

Let’s look at a few aspects of life which are enhanced by regular, routine self-care activities.

Mind, Body and Spirit

Self-care enhances mental clarity and focus, promotes physical health and wellness and allows spiritual growth and empowerment. Taking time for yourself is crucial for self-awareness and leading a life full of purpose and meaning. Continue reading →

The incredible impact a self-care regimen can make on our lives should be clear. The next question in discovering all about self-care is the types and how each can benefit our whole being. Remember, this is all about you taking care of you.

All. Of. You. So what types are there? Let’s take a look:

Psychological

Mental health is probably the least talked about yet one of the most crucial aspects of daily living. Depression and anxiety run rampant in our society and we are barely willing to acknowledge it, let alone take steps to overcome and even prevent it.

Activities for psychological self-care involve two requirements: 1) at least one of the five senses (touch, smell, sight, sound and taste), and 2) being in the moment. Continue reading →