When I am constantly functioning on life overload and pushing to the extreme to meet the elevated standards I've set for myself, it is super easy to put time for self on the back burner. However, I have come to realize over the years that self-care is not self-indulgence. I give myself permission to consider it an essential part of my mental health and well-being (a Day 1 of many). Checking in with myself daily allows me to do a self-scan of sorts and evaluate my needs. Maybe it's as simple as turning my bathroom into a spa for 30 minutes or taking a short solo drive to my favorite consignment store (I love to see what I can do with only $20). Other times I may need to make serious adjustments to dietary habits and modify my interactions with others to reduce stressors and/or enhance meaningful connections. Or, stop the crank from turning completely and genuinely reset. All of this to say....I love the concept of a Day 1. It allows you the ability to be kind and forgiving to yourself. Something in which we ALL deserve everyday.
When I am constantly functioning on life overload and pushing to the extreme to meet the elevated standards I've set for myself, it is super easy to put time for self on the back burner. However, I have come to realize over the years that self-care is not self-indulgence. I give myself permission to consider it an essential part of my mental health and well-being (a Day 1 of many). Checking in with myself daily allows me to do a self-scan of sorts and evaluate my needs. Maybe it's as simple as turning my bathroom into a spa for 30 minutes or taking a short solo drive to my favorite consignment store (I love to see what I can do with only $20). Other times I may need to make serious adjustments to dietary habits and modify my interactions with others to reduce stressors and/or enhance meaningful connections. Or, stop the crank from turning completely and genuinely reset. All of this to say....I love the concept of a Day 1. It allows you the ability to be kind and forgiving to yourself. Something in which we ALL deserve everyday.