Notes on self-Care
“The most creative act you will ever undertake is the act of creating yourself.”
– Deepak Chopra
Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated, expensive or time-consuming. It’s simply the act of taking time to show ourselves love and care so we can cope with challenges, recharge and thrive.
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Self-Care 101
Take care of your self is an intentional choice. The Jed Foundation explains the basics of self-care to help you maintain balance throughout your life.
The Simplest Act of Self Care? Stopping.
Asking yourself, “Do I really want to keep doing this?” is good for your health.
Self-care Ideas Needn’t Be Complicated
Read 27 suggestions of the best free self care ideas now, including reading, walking, journaling and more.
Practice Self-care:
Expert Tips & Tools (Curated by JED)
Affirmations
Find quick ways to shift ourselves to a more positive perspective and remind ourselves that we are powerful, loved and connected.
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Self-care
Taking time to show ourselves love and care so we can cope with challenges, recharge and thrive.
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Gratitudes
Gratitude exercises are an amazing way to shift our minds from ruminating on potential negative stuff (like everyone hating us) and remember what really matters and is most important in our lives.
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Connection
Realizing that connection and support networks aren’t about tons of friends or having everyone like us. It’s about having someone we can be open and authentic with about how we’re feeling.
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Expert Tips & Tools (Curated by JED)
Affirmations
Find quick ways to shift ourselves to a more positive perspective and remind ourselves that we are powerful, loved and connected.
See More →
Self-care
Taking time to show ourselves love and care so we can cope with challenges, recharge and thrive.
See More →
Gratitudes
Gratitude exercises are an amazing way to shift our minds from ruminating on potential negative stuff (like everyone hating us) and remember what really matters and is most important in our lives.
See More →
Connection
Realizing that connection and support networks aren’t about tons of friends or having everyone like us. It’s about having someone we can be open and authentic with about how we’re feeling.
See More →
Here are some other resources for learning more and getting support if needed:
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