It is important to understand that everyone has different lives with different needs and different schedules, so self-care will look different for everyone. Self-care is so much more than taking a bath or visiting a spa. While making time to pamper yourself does count, it may not be everyone’s cup of tea. Here are some suggestions of ways you could include self-care into your daily routine:
- Going for a walk
- Exercising
- Listening to music
- Getting enough sleep
- Eating health food
- Meditation/Mindfulness
- Aromatherapy
- Journaling
- Reading
- Creating or engaging in a hobby
- Learning something new
- Doing a digital detox
- Saying “No”
- Practicing self-compassion
- Setting firm boundaries
- Taking 10 to 20 minutes a day to decompress
- Joining social groups or communities
- Asking for help
- Meeting new people
- Visiting friends and family
- Seeking a support system at work
- Taking professional development classes
- Decluttering
- Tidying up
- Volunteering
While all of these are great self-care activities, it is important to remember that this is just a snapshot as the possibilities are endless. The bolded ones are especially recommended for teachers. Check out some other ideas on our Pinterest page!
For the main article Self-Care, CLICK HERE
For the article What is Self-Care?, CLICK HERE
For the article How Can I Help My Students Practice Self-Care?, CLICK HERE
For the article Director’s Corner – How Can I Support Self-Care in My Program?, CLICK HERE
