SELF CARE: cARE FOR YOURSELF
In today’s fast paced world, we often dedicate ourselves to others, whether through work, family or community without taking time for ourselves. While selflessness is valued, neglecting our own needs can lead to burnout and exhaustion. To add, many of us still view self care as luxury despite the opposite of being a needful aspect in our life.
WHAT IS SELF CARE
Self care as the term suggests is the practice of taking care of your well being physically, mentally and emotionally. It’s about recognising your needs and making time for yourself.
OUR EXPERIENCE WITH AND AS A SOCIAL WORKER
During our PSWS past activity with community leaders, we found many of the individuals prioritized other’s needs compared to their own which has brought them into burnout and fatigued condition. The truth is you only help others effectively when you take care of yourself first.
WHY IS SELF CARE IMPORTANT
Many of us still view self care as luxury, despite the fact that it’s a fundamental part of a healthy life. Ignoring self care leads to many issues from mental burnout, stress and physical health problems.
TYPES OF SELF CARE
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WHAT CAN WE DO FOR SELF CARE
Exercise regularly
Write down your thoughts by practicing journaling
Go on a leisurely walk
Listen to music
Spend quality time with loved one
Practice deep breathing or meditation
Set boundaries to protect you time an energy
Learn or pick up new hobby
START YOUR SELF CARE JOURNEY TODAY
Recognizing the importance of self-care early on helps maintain a healthy balance in life. Whether you start with a simple habit like drinking more water or set aside a few minutes for yourself daily, every small step counts.
Take care of yourself—you deserve it!