What is self care? And how to find solutions that work for you

Self care may sound—well, selfish—but it isn’t. By mindfully taking the time to pay attention to yourself, you can be more resilient and better able to handle life’s stressors, be more productive, and better help those around you. Self care isn’t just taking a bubble bath when you’re feeling overwhelmed. It’s recognizing when you have too much on your plate and trying to find ways to slow down, taking time to rest your body and mind, eating enough food (and plenty of healthy stuff), learning your limits, and identifying what you like to do and doing more of it—whether that’s adult coloring or woodworking. Self care isn’t a one time thing, either. By building small self-care practices into your daily routine, you can make it a healthy habit. Interested in learning more about self care? Check out our infographic below to get started.