Self-care 101 for Students
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There are so many reasons why self-care is important & with a global pandemic and the tolls of lockdown it’s only more vital we are all recharging ourselves. Self-care is part of wellness and a great way to look at how you recharge and take care of yourself, restore your health and reduce stress.
What is self-care?
At its core, self-care is the practice of protecting your own well-being and happiness, particularly during times of stress. It’s about taking action to balance physical and emotional health by knowing your limits and not going over them. It’s also about identifying the things that bring you joy and help you to decompress. And the benefits of self-care range from improving well-being and decreasing morbidity and mortality to reducing healthcare costs. Acts of self-care include basic necessities such as eating well, exercising, getting enough sleep, and relaxation. But really, self-care can be anything that feeds your soul and takes the weight of the world off your shoulders—even for a little while.
Tips to inspire your self-care;
FOOD + WATER
Starting with food and water might seem like the basics yes, but sometimes we get into unhealthy habits and it can really effect our mood and energy levels. Keeping hydrated is important especially when you are exerting your mental capacity. Eating foods that make you happy and nourish your body are is also a hard balance at times but can truly effect your overall health.
Tip: Tip to avoid hangry potential, keep a healthy snack near your desk.
SLEEP
This one could be seen as underrated but again good sleep attributes to a healthy body and mind. Getting enough hours every night can really help reduce stress and keep you feeling recharged.
Tip: While you are at home try stick to a sleeping pattern that works for your new routine and disconnect from all devices before bedtime.
More tips and statistics on sleep.
MOVE
Create time everyday to move your body. Whether you prefer slow movement in something like yoga or prefer faster forms of exercise, just try spend at least one hour a day moving how feels good.
Tip: Take a walk down a local walking track or try an online fitness class.
LAUGH
What makes you laugh? Laughter can boost your immune system and decrease the stress hormones and increase immune sells and infection fighting antibodies. Making time to laugh might seem simple and obvious, but sometimes we get caught up and don’t make enough time to laugh at what makes us smile.
Tip: Pop on your favourite comedian or rom comedy movie that makes you laugh out loud.
CONNECT
Keeping connected with social connections is another powerful mood influencer. So spend time touching base with friends and family and others that give you a positive feeling of connection.
Tip: Can’t make a face-to-face catch-up a reality yet? Organise a video call or hangout session online.
JOY
What brings you joy? What are you passionate about that you like spending time doing ? Consider a hobby or even a topic (could be as simple as reading a book you haven’t had time for, or painting with your new paints, or even playing your favourite game. Whatever brings you joy make time for this during your daily self-care rituals.
Inspiring Quotes on Self-Care & Self-Love:
“Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.” Oprah
“If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete.” Jack Kornfield
“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” Audre Lorde
“Self-care is how you take your power back.” Dalai Lama
“In a society that says ‘put yourself last’ self-love and self-acceptance are almost revolutionary.” Brene Brown
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