Written by Raymond Salas
With the daily challenges and stresses of modern living, daily self-care is essential. This means "checking" the metaphorical boxes for physical, mental, spiritual / emotional well-being every day, even if you’re busy.
If we don't remember to give to ourselves first, eventually we won't have the energy and inner resources necessary to give effectively to our world (i.e., work, career, family, friends, significant others, etc.). As a result, we will only end up depleting ourselves further and often become (more) irritable and resentful in the process.
Here's a daily self-care routine, based on my own, that I put together for a client:
Daily Self-Care for a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit
Daily Self-Care for a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit
Healthy Mind (choose 1):
- 10-minute Pranayama Breathing technique
- 25-minute Smile Guided Meditation
- Headspace app (10-minute guided meditations)
- Oak app (meditation and breathing exercises)
- 20-minute Guided Breathwork Meditation
Healthy Body (choose 1*):
- 20-30 minute brisk walk
- 15-minute "Five Tibetan Rites" yoga exercises
- 30 minutes of another exercise or movement or sport you enjoy
Healthy Spirit (choose all):
- Bring to mind 3-5 things you're grateful for every day. Try to come up with new things daily, if possible.
- Forgive everything and everyone, including yourself, every day.
- Say "yes" to everything and everyone that moves you in the direction of feeling more peaceful, calm, happy, light, and positive.
- Say "no" to everything and everyone else, whenever possible.
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* Disclaimer: Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This general information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate exercise prescription. If you experience any pain or difficulty with these exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider.
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* Disclaimer: Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This general information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate exercise prescription. If you experience any pain or difficulty with these exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider.
