How to Create A Self Care Plan
Self Care is how we take care of ourselves to sustain our wellbeing. When you practice self-care, you are taking steps to consciously put your health first. Although we may believe this to be selfish, self-care is essential to refueling our body, minds, and spirit. It is a set of activities used as a means to refresh and revitalize us rather than deplete us.
Step One: Identify Your Needs
This is as simple as asking yourself what you need? This is a good time to write out a list based on the 7 Wellbeings
Do I need time off of work?
Do I need a change of pace in my day to day?
Do I need to pray? Meditate? Journal?
Do I need to release tension from my body through yoga or a massage?
Do I need a spa day?
Do I just need a good meal?
Do I need to spend some time with friends and family?
Do I need a weekend baecation?
Do I need to go on an adventure? Change of scenery?
Do I need to volunteer or support a cause in my community?
Do I just need some retail therapy?
Do I need to create a budget to feel more in control of my finances?
Step Two: Curate your Self Care Menu
Select the activities that you need the most. This ensures you are getting the most out of this experience.
Step Three: Plan Your Day
This should include
The activity
Where it will be taking place
When it will happen
The products you need to make it happen
Time limits
Cost
Then put them on a calendar/schedule
Step Four: Do it!
This is when you go for it! It might seem a little intimidating at first, but once you start, everything should flow.
Step Five: Evaluate the Results
Once everything is said and done and you’ve zenned out. Take some time to reflect on how effective each of your activities were.
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Until next time :)