SELF CARE AND ITS IMPORTANCE

Self care is a popular topic these days
It is often seen in magazines,newspapers and the likes,still people do not have a clear view of what it is. In our lifestyle section for today,we will discuss what self care is really about and why it is so important. It might seem baseless or seen as a waste of time and resources but with this article, we shall see why there should be some self care routines and will help understand the specific changes we need to make .

Firstly,what Is Self Care?
Self care is a term that includes everything and anything you do to be good to yourself.In other words,self care is the personal care you provide to yourself in order to maintain mental,physical and emotional health.Sellf care may include avoiding fake friends, taking a nap, watching TV, taking a short walk or avoiding social media.

However, it is important to know that not everything that feels good is self care. We can be tempted to use unhealthy coping mechanism such as drugs, alcohol,over eating,addicting sex and so many other things which helps to regulate challenging emotions temporarily.

Self care is extremely important because it not only keeps you healthy but also enables increased self knowledge, improved resistance to diseases, better productivity and maximum level of happiness.Most elements of self care can be categorized into:
•Physical self care.
•Mental self care.
•Emotional self care.

These three areas interact and influences one other.

Physical self care :- means taking good care of your body. This includes exercise, diet, sleep and treatment of health conditions.Physical self care doesn't have to be just going to gym when there are so many other ideas for physical self care.
Physical self care ideas includes;
*Getting plenty of sleep.
*Dancing to your favourite songs.
*Going for walks.
*Eating more fruits and vegetables.
 
Mental self care :- means giving your mind the love, kindness and relaxation it deserves. It could also means taking time away from social media and social responsibilities.
Mental self care ideas includes;
*Avoiding social media.
*Reading good books.
*Laughing regularly.
*Creating more time for your hobbies.

Emotional self care :- means paying good attention to your mood/emotions. Are you angry,anxious or sad. If so, try some emotional self care ideas like spending time with loved ones, helping the poor and staying positive.
Emotional self care ideas includes:
*Keeping journals.
*Spending quality time with friends and family.
*Having good cries for cleansing.
*Helping someone in need.

Everyone has different self care habits,so picking the one you feel you need at the moment is always the best.

Live freely, happily and breezy with these self care tips.
Remember, you first!.



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