SELF CARE

The World Health Organization defines self-care as: “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a health worker.”

Emotional self-care practices include self-talk, regular bubble baths, saying "no" to things that stress you out, allowing yourself to take breaks, and scheduling weekly coffee dates with friends.

Physical self-care includes things like making sleep a priority, starting a regular exercise programme, and selecting wholesome meals over processed ones.

Spiritual self-care can take many forms, including going to church, being outside, practicing meditation, scheduling regular acts of kindness into your day, or maintaining a gratitude notebook.