Self-Care Isn't Selfish, Episode #106, 3-09-21
Self-care is the buzzword for 2021 but there is a lot of misinformation surrounding it -- including the limiting belief that true self-care is somehow selfish. Kelly and Maria share 8 tips for getting started with your own self-care, inspired by research from Tchiki Davis, Ph.D. and Brad Krause, and commit to one tangible step they will both take to improve their self-care practices.
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Episode Topics and Mentions
Self-care
Binge watching
Netflix
Swim tether
Cold shower
Cold plunges
Exercise
Meditation
Prayer
Naps
Outsmart Your Smartphone: Conscious Tech Habits for Finding Happiness, Balance, by Tchiki Davis, Ph.D.
Brad Krause, Connection IRL and self-care specialist
Martin Rossman
8 Ways to Get Started on Self-Care
1. Make sleep part of your self-care routine. Reducing stress is also key.
2. Take care of yourself by taking care of your gut. Start with a probiotic and be conscious of how food impacts you.
3. Exercise daily as part of your self-care routine to boost your mood and reduce stress.
4. Eat well for self-care to fuel your mind and body.
5. Say no to others, and say yes to your self-care.
6. Take a self-care trip.
7. Take a self-care break by getting outside.
8. Take care of yourself by getting organized.
Takeaways
Maria -- She is going to focus on taking a self-care trip, even if it is just overnight.
Kelly -- She is going to schedule her self-care time, including meal planning.
Quote of the Week
“After you engage in self-care, you should feel better, not worse.” -- Maria Parker
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