Simple Self-Care To Improve Your Well-Being

We are living in stressful times, but this can also be a time of reflection, and looking into the future, making plans. If you are currently feeling depressed, or in despair, there are many simple things you can do to ease your mind, or lift your spirits.

To begin, take some time to reflect on how you are feeling. Often we are unaware of how things are really affecting us. Consider how you may be choosing to perceive things, and whether you need to take some time to truly process some of your thoughts and feelings. Just recognizing that you are sad, afraid, frustrated, or depressed, is already a step in the right direction.

Remind yourself also that some of your thoughts and feelings may not be unusual in these unusual circumstances. Many people are going through the same thing at the moment. You are definitely not alone.

Each of us react differently to unpleasant life events. Try to stay positive and not be so down on yourself. Try to be more proactive and take time to reflect on what is most important in your life. Meditation, and other forms of spiritual practice, is a great way to relieve stress in your life.

Self-care is so much more than a beauty regimen or an external thing you do. It has to start within your heart to know what you need to navigate your life. A pedicure doesn’t last, but meditating every day does ~ Carrie-Anne Moss

Here are a few more simple things you can do to dramatically improve your self-care, as well as the well-being of your family and friends, during these uncertain times..

• Get enough sleep
• Exercise and be active
• Eat healthy
• Try not to dwell on the negative
• Follow only essential news from reliable sources
• Make plans for the future
• Spend quality time with loved ones
• Call or video chat with friends and family
• Express yourself. Journal or talk about what bothers you. Just getting out really helps!

If you feel like you maybe need extra assistance or support, you can always reach out for help. Friends and family are always great frontline supporters, but there are also many professionals who are ready to assist in your time of need. All you need to do is ask.