Let's Talk About Self-Care

Is it just me or does Self-Care feel like a bit of a buzzword at the moment? According to everydayhealth.com, Google searches for ‘Self-Care’ have more than doubled since 2015. It seems to crop up everywhere and has an ever growing industry around it… so what is it really? 

Self-Care is defined in the dictionary as the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health: the practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.

The thing about Self-Care is that it’s individual to each person. When I think of Self-Care, the cliche image of having a bath, doing a facemask and getting an early night pops into mind. And that’s OK if it works for you. But I also believe that Self-Care is multidimensional; if it’s to work and have a truly positive impact, it should cover physical, emotional, mental, social and spiritual aspects of your life.

So if you’re taking steps to an improved Self-Care routine, but having a bath doesn’t seem to be having the desired effect, have a look at all facets of your life. I think things such as ticking a job off your to-do list, doing something for someone else, or simply making time to practice yoga is just as important as the more obvious pampering yourself side of Self-Care. 

For July, we have put together a self-care calendar where we will be making suggestions for a small action you can take everyday to improve your Self-Care. Why not have a go and see how you feel by the end of the month? July can be a super busy time for lots of us, so it’s the perfect time to invest in your Self-care.