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A famous person had once remarked, "An empty lantern provides no light. Self-care is the fuel that allows your light to shine brightly." In the hustle and bustle of everyday chores at the workplace or even at home, we often forget ourselves and entirely dedicate our minds and souls to achieving our target.
We often forget that self-care is not a luxury, but it is a priority and a necessity. The definition of self-care might vary from person to person, but the sole intention must be to do something which makes you feel better and helps your mind relax.
Self-care is a practice which a person should be following throughout the year, but often worldly circumstances make it impossible. Even in your wee hours of the day, you must remember to do a small act just for the happiness of your body, mind and soul.
1. Sleep Is Self-care
Sleep can have a huge effect on how you feel both emotionally and physically. A lack of sleep can cause major health issues such as obesity, weakened immune system, slow cognitive functioning, and neurological disorders such as mania, hallucinations, chronic depression, paranoia and extremely impulsive behaviour [1].
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You can make sleep part of a self-care routine by watching your habits before bed, such as are you eating or drinking immediately before bed, does it contain caffeine or sugar or ingredients that can keep you up all night [2], disrupting your REM cycle.
You can manage your sleep quality with the help of the following:
•
Leave
electronics
and
work-related
things
out
of
the
bedroom.
•
Maintain
a
dark
and
cool
atmosphere
in
your
bedroom.
•
Do
not
fluctuate
your
bedtime
and
wake
up
time.
•
Avoid
large
meals
for
at
least
three
hours
before
bed
[3].
•
Avoid
caffeine
at
least
eight
hours
before
sleeping.
•
Do
not
consume
alcohol
right
before
sleeping.
2. Exercise Daily For Your Body & Mind
This is a point that seems to appear on the top three list anything that is related to improving one's health [4]. Regular physical activity can help in reducing the risk and onset of various medical issues and health problems such as heart attack, stroke, arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes and so on [5]. Also, getting your body to move will help increase the production of endorphins, the feel-good hormones and reduce anxiety and pain and thereby improving your mood [6]. Incorporate activities such as walking, tennis, or yoga into your routine.
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3. Meditation For Mindful Ease
The goal of meditation is not to control your thought; rather, it's a way to stop allowing thoughts to control you. In the state of despair, anger, or sorrow a person often loses his/her mind to think which path to follow, becoming perplexed by the complexity of the problems. This is where you should meditate for 15 minutes in a day to calm your mind and relax your body [7].
4. Healthy Diet Change For Healthy You
A recent study shows that the more a person consumes fruits and vegetable, the happier they seem in the long run [8]. This is because they help in improving one's physical endurance. Besides, it is seen that regular consumption of carotenoids present in fruits and veggies help in enhancing the level of optimism. Frequent consumption of vitamin B12 boosts serotonin which helps in regulating your mood [9].
5. Stay Away From The Internet For A Full Day
Today, not a single moment passes without a person swiping through the internet. Although the internet keeps us updated about what is going on around the world, a day off from social media, news and other apps can help you in treating your mind. So, take a day off from the internet and take up emotionally and mentally rewarding tasks such as going hiking, reading a book, spending time with your friends etc. [10].
6. Go For A Body Spa
A body spa might sound like a luxury, but it studies point out that it can help soothe your mind and body and reduce the levels of anxiety, promoting relaxation. The massage can help reduce stress, tension, aches, and pains [11][12]. And lastly, it will release serotonin, the happy hormone which is best for your healthy mind.
7. Indulge In A Hobby
A hobby is not just a leisure activity; instead, it is a self-caring method that can help improve one's mood [13]. It is the best way to keep yourself engaged when you are perplexed with the anxieties around you. Indulge in any one of your favourite hobbies, like writing, gardening, reading, etc.
8. Remember To SLOW DOWN
Life in the fast-paced world pushes you to live a fast life, and that has never been proven to have any positive impact on anyone. Remember to slow down and enjoy the little things in life [14].
•
You
can
start
with
eating
slowly
(no,
not
for
an
hour),
making
it
a
point
to
sit
down
without
distractions.
•
Take
a
couple
of
minutes
every
day
to
just
breathe.
Take
ten
deep
breaths
and
allow
yourself
to
re-centre
and
refocus.
•
If
you
think
your
body
or
your
mind
is
overly
exhausted,
allow
yourself
some
time
to
rest.
Some
days,
you
can
skip
your
chores
and
get
that
much
need
rest.
9. Learn To Say NO
Learning to say no can be hard. Many of us feel obligated to respond positively when someone asks for our time. If you are tired, stressed or mentally drained, saying yes to others can not only burn you out but can also lead to irritability and anxiety [15].
10. Take A Self-care Break
Spending time outside is one of the most effective and easiest ways to reduce stress, lower your blood pressure and to be mindful. Studies have pointed out that getting outside can help reduce fatigue, making it a great way to overcome symptoms of depression or burnout, as well as help you sleep better at night [16]. Getting out does not necessarily mean you have to go for a long trip; a walk around your neighbourhood park can also be helpful.
11. Get Yourself Organised
Getting organised can help you figure out exactly what you need to do to take better care of yourself [17]. Maintaining a planner can help in organising your responsibilities and appointments, allowing you to take care of yourself by getting organised. You can start by organising your workspace at home, reading area, kitchen and so on.
Some of the other ways that can help you are as follows:
•
Drink
some
water
first
thing
in
the
morning
•
At
the
end
of
the
day,
write
FIVE
good
things
about
your
day
•
Make
a
menu
for
the
week
(planning
ahead)
•
Move
for
at
least
30
minutes
a
day
•
Blast
some
music
and
have
a
mini
party
of
one
in
your
living
room
•
Consider
making
a
healthy
meal
for
yourself
or
your
whole
family
(at
least
once
a
week)
•
Read
a
book
on
self-care
for
self-care
[18]
•
Schedule
your
self-care
time
and
follow
it
strictly
•
Take
a
self-care
trip
(it
does
not
have
to
be
a
costly,
luxurious
one)
•
Adopt
a
pet
to
help
you
with
your
self-care
[19]
•
Go
cloud-watching
•
Check-in
with
your
emotions
•
Refrain
from
spending
time
with
negative
people
•
Talk
to
yourself
in
the
mirror;
self-talk
has
been
proven
effective
in
boosting
confidence
[20]
•
Find
yourself
a
place
of
bliss
(be
it
a
library,
a
coffee
shop,
a
small
space
in
your
home)
•
Start
your
day
with
something
pleasant
•
Make
small
conversation
with
someone
like
your
building
security,
coffee
shop
employee,
delivery
boy
etc.
•
Write
down
your
negative
thoughts
•
Start
a
small
vegetable
garden
in
your
balcony
•
Volunteer
just
one
hour
(or
more,
if
you
can)
a
month
•
Fix
a
small
annoyance
at
home
that's
been
bothering
you
•
Do
a
mini-declutter
by
recycling
three
things
from
your
wardrobe
that
you
no
longer
use
•
Edit
your
social
media
feeds,
and
take
out
any
negative
people
(mute,
restrict,
unfollow
or
block)
•
Activate
your
self-soothing
system,
you
can
do
this
by
stroking
your
arm,
or
if
that
feels
too
weird,
moisturise
•
Get
fifteen
minutes
of
sun
•
Choose
who
you
spend
your
time
with
•
Have
a
self-date
•
Splurge
a
little
•
Ask
for
help
when
needed
On A Final Note…
You must take a few steps back and rejuvenate your mind, soul, and body. The core intention of self-care is to do something which will re-energise your mind, get rid of anxiety, and make you happy. Remember always to love and take care of yourself.
The following self-care tips can help you relax, regain your happiness and keep you healthy and active.
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