#shawleveryday2019 Day 36

A few days ago I talked about self-care. But what does self-care really mean? Self-care in essence is the mindful taking time to pay attention to you, not in a narcissistic way, but in a way that ensures that you are being cared for by you.  I liken it to the concept of putting your own oxygen mask on before you help others with theirs. If you're not taking care of yourself, it's harder to be in a position to do well at work, in relationships, and with friends.

Here are some high-level examples of self-care:

• getting the right amount of sleep for you
• getting the right amount of food that you need for energy and happiness
• finding time to decompress throughout the day
• learning your personal limits and triggers
• doing something you enjoy or have fun doing

And if you're looking for something more specific, try one of these:

• take a shower
• trim your fingernails and toenails
• try a face mask
• meditate or be mindful for 5 minutes
• start a list of times when people compliment you
• be screen-free for an hour
• drink a big glass of ice water
• sit up straight

What are your strategies for self-care?

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