Self-care is recognizing when you are biting off more than you can chew and realizing your need to slow down. It is allowing yourself to get adequate sleep and trying to get the proper amount of sleep that best suits you. Self-care means ensuring that you are taking time to eat. Nutrition is important for your body. Some people don’t take the time to eat or eat healthy because they are so busy, while others may be stress eating. Eating well means you are taking the time for yourself to plan your meals and provide eating routines that will allow the proper nutrition for your body. 

         Taking care of yourself is essential allowing yourself to decompress throughout your day. Take deep breaths, or short walks during the workday Resting your body and mind by grabbing a cold glass of water, talking to a friend, or listening to your favorite song. Allowing yourself permission to take a pause will do wonders for your brain and stress levels. Recognizing the important tasks that you need to get done and organizing your workday will allow you to feel less stressed and you will feel more productive. 

           Distressing after work allows you to put the workday behind you and prepare yourself for the evening routines. Crank up that music on the way home, go for a run, try meditation, or call a friend to catch up. Remember that self-care is reaching out to a loved one or playing with your animals, which releases so much tension from the day. 

           Self-care is finding the time to do the things you love with the people that you love. It is also taking the time to find out who you are and want you to want. Sometimes people are so busy trying to please others that they aren’t taking care of themselves which can lead to burnout. Remember you are important, and you deserve to take time for yourself.