Self Care Week: 16 – 22 November 2020
This year’s theme for Self-Care Week is “live self-care for life”.
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There are many different ways in which you can be kind to yourself.
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Self love - talk to yourself like you would a good friend.
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Learning to balance life in a way that gives you time for YOU is important.
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Changing the way you thunk is key to living a new life.
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What have you always wanted to learn?
How to draw?
A language
Writing a story
Cooking or baking
Photography
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Think and plan time to learn online.
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Remember that you too are allowed to have fun.
Take time out and practice deep breathing this helps calm the body and mind.
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Declutter is a great way to release stress and inner calm and make space in your home.
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Self soothing is effective way to release negative emotions and feel relaxed and less anxious.
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Simple post its for reminders of self care.
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Remember you can create your own happiness......
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Write a journal or make a note of the wellness tools you enjoy doing as a reminder.
Go for a walk
Talk to a friend
Join an online class
Volunteering
Watch the clouds
Run and exercise
Look at the natural world
Be creative
Read a book
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Whatever it is for you make a note as a reminder
Self-care is important in any given week, but it’s a great opportunity for us to focus on positive actions we can personally take to support our health and wellbeing, and to be reminded of the tools and resources available to us.
Remember that "How we feel tomorrow starts today"
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Hello and welcome, my name is Debbie a creative lifestyle and mental health blogger, living in South Yorkshire I blog about creative wellness and my journey.
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