If you’re struggling with self-care, Your Story Matters Counseling of Minneapolis, serving all of Minnesota online, is here to help you make it a priority for your health and well-being.
Importance of Self-Care in a Non-Stop World
Many people decide that they’ll take better care of themselves once a specific thing occurs, such as paying a bill or getting a promotion. Unfortunately, once accomplished, there is a new goal to work toward or an urgent matter grabs their attention. The best time to start taking care of yourself is now – not tomorrow. Learn more about the benefits of making self-care a priority and how to make it happen in your life in the guide below from Your Story Matters Counseling in Minneapolis.
What’s the Big Deal About Self-Care?
Though the term often draws images to mind of long bubble baths and perhaps a trip to the spa, there is much more to it than that. It’s about taking care of yourself – physically, mentally, emotionally, and psychologically. It’s a journey to prioritizing your needs, reducing stress, building healthier relationships, and achieving balance. Additionally, it can:
- Boost your mood
- Reduce your risk of disease and illness
- Improve your sleep quality
- Increase clarity and productivity
- Lower cortisol levels
- Improve concentration and focus
- Reduce irritability and much more
These benefits help many people achieve the goals they have set every day. This is one important reason not to put off taking care of yourself until you’ve completed something. It can actually play a role in helping you complete it.
How to Work Self-Care Into Your Life
With a packed schedule, you’re likely stuck in determining how to make time for yourself and how you would spend it. As no two people are exactly alike, it will look different in everyone’s life. A trip to the spa can play a role if you like, but there are many different options, such as:
- Eating healthier lunches
- Taking a walk around your neighborhood after dinner
- Journaling
- Doing energizing yoga in the morning or calming yoga before bed
- Meeting with a friend for lunch
- Picking up an old hobby
- Seeking therapy to overcome trauma
You can begin working such activities into your schedule slowly. Over time, you’ll find more energy and other benefits, which can keep up the motivation and possibly help you complete tasks faster so that you have more time for yourself.
For help making self-care a priority or to dive into issues that are impacting you mentally and emotionally, reach out to Your Story Matters Counseling for help at (612) 293-0635. Sessions are offered in person in Minneapolis and online for Minnesota residents.