Self-care is essential. Taking time for you to do the things that nourish and support you has so many benefits. Self-care practices help you feel rejuvenated, refreshed, and recharged. In turn, you can more easily stay on top of things without feeling so drained, anxious, or burnt out.
Self-care stops you feeling depleted. In turn, you can give more to others. As the saying goes, you can’t fill someone else’s cup if yours is empty.
Self-care is also a permission slip that makes it ‘OK’ to take a breather. We live in a world that values hard work and measures success on the hustle and grind. It’s why we can feel guilty for taking our foot off the gas or selfish for prioritizing our own needs over those of others.
The reality is very different…
Quality time out can actually make you even more productive because self-care gives you that rush of energy. Self-care can also help you solve bigger problems or unlock innovative solutions because your brain has a chance to wander.
Have you ever taken a long walk in nature only to experience a rush of inspiration and wild ideas? That’s because your brain has been given the freedom to play because it’s no longer under its normal levels of pressure.
Self-care can also help you make better decisions. Thanks to self-care, you can reduce mental fogginess and confusion. This frees up bandwidth for decisiveness and cuts the number of ‘mistakes’ made by a tired brain.