May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF!!!
Self-care is the practice of consciously doing things that preserve or improve your mental or physical health These days, when people talk about self-care they are generally talking about the conscious and deliberate choice to do something that looks after you and your wellbeing. \
DIFFERENT TYPES OF SELF-CARE
My dear friend, I pray that everything may go well with you and that you may be in good health–as I know you are well in spirit. 3 John 1:2 GNT
PHYSICAL SELF-CARE
Self-care that has to do with feeling physically well and maintaining physical health.
- Sleep or rest
- Stretching, walking, or exercise that feels good
- Keeping medical appointments
- Healthy food
- Fresh air
EMOTIONAL SELF-CARE being a double-minded man, unstable and restless in all his ways [in everything he thinks, feels, or decides]. James 1:8 (AMP)
Self-care that has to do with attending to your emotions; finding empathy and self-compassion; and seeking help when needed.
- Journal or talk it out
- Stress management
- Listen to or make music/art
- Self-compassion
- Counseling
SOCIAL SELF-CARE
Self-care that has to do with healthy family and social relationships.
- Time with others (in person or virtually)
- Healthy boundaries
- Balancing alone time and social time (or small groups and large groups)
- Positive social media
- Asking for help
SPIRITUAL SELF-CARE
Self-care that has to do with religious beliefs or spirituality.
- Connection
- Prayer or meditation
- Reflection
- Attending worship services or groups (if applicable)
- Nature
PERSONAL SELF-CARE
Self-care that has to do with knowing and honoring yourself and what you enjoy.
- Listening to yourself (getting out of autopilot)
- Hobbies
- Treating yourself
- Trying something new
- Getting to know yourself
HOME ENVIRONMENT SELF-CARE
Self-care that has to do with maintaining a safe, functional, and comfortable home environment.
- Safety
- Security and stability
- Cleaning and organizing (whatever that means for you)
- Comfy space
- Healthy living environment
FINANCIAL SELF-CARE
Self-care that has to do with maintaining your financial goals and obligations.
- Money management and budgeting
- Saving
- Seeking help or information
- “Fun” money
- Paying bills
WORK, SCHOOL, CAREGIVING, OR OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Self-care that has to do with attending to your needs in the realms of work, school, caregiving, or other responsibilities.
- Time management
- Feeling productive and valued
- Learning and developing skills (and seeking help when needed)
- Healthy work boundaries and communication
- Break time
Let’s Pray – Father in the Name of JESUS, thank you for giving me the courage, motivation and determination to take good care of myself. Thank you for teaching and helping me to follow through on my desire to enjoy health, fitness and happiness, AMEN
©Wanda Currie
Vision of Recovery believes and practices a non-denominational Christian perspective to Addiction Recovery/Mental Health Care. Vision of Recovery integrates biblically based teachings with coaching and counseling interventions to treat the whole person: Spiritually, Emotionally and Physically.