Self-care super thread✨

Laine

(Stitch sat in the sand turning himself into a sand castle. saying: Woo Self-care)

Hey folks hope you are well! I thought I’d make a post about self care. 

I know it can feel a bit cringe or you may not even think it works but we all could do with some self-care in our daily life and the best part is, there’s so many options to suit everyone! 👍

Here I’m going list some, as well as how to fit some into your daily schedule!  

Some of the core benefits include:

-  Prevents stress.
-  Influences emotional health.
-  Helps you take care of others.
-  Allows you to be alone.
-  Soothing.
-  Helps you be productive.
-  Helps improve your immune system.
-  Improves physical health
-  Helps self-esteem.
-  Increases self-knowledge.

All sounds great! 💛 But how do we fit self-care into our lives? It’s easier than you think and you may even be doing it without noticing!

Here’s some (reminder: There are many more just have a google!)

- Journal about you day.
- Make a list of things to help you calm down when overwhelmed.
- Slow. Down.
- Spend time in nature.
- Start your day by reminding yourself what you are grateful for.
- Have healthy sleep schedule.
- Dedicate time to your relationships and improving social skills.
- Relax by doing something fun, relaxing or unproductive.
- Challenge toxic thoughts and beliefs.
- Get in something comfy.
- Try new things and expand comfort zone.
- Take social media and internet breaks.
- Get creative, draw, colour in, write poems etc.
- DO: Take responsibility for what you are responsible for, and aim to meet those.
- DON’T: Take responsibility for what you aren’t responsible for.
- Learn a new skill or hobby.
- Learn to say NO.
- Make an emergency self-care pack. (Find a nice bag or decorate a box to put It in. fill it with things that relax and comforts you, that encourages you, makes you smile, and to pamper you.

 You can find more tips as well some don’ts here: https://psychcentral.com/blog/psychology-self/2020/06/self-care-mental-health#4

 Immediate self care. 💙

- Text SHOUT to 85258 (Or THEMIX to the same number)
- Ring Samaritans on 116 123
- Contact the Mix helpline at 0808 808 4994
- Childine at 0800 1111 or online.
- Use that emergency self-care pack I mentioned earlier.

Take away: Self-care is easy to do and it’s cool! We can all find some time in our daily lives to implement it. Be kind to yourselves! ❤️

If you have any tips offer em below! 

Past User

Thank you SO much for sharing this Laine. It's great! Try to take note yourself. You're always so kind to others, remember to be kind to yourself too

_Tech_Addict_Girl

This is an amazing post Thankyou @Laine🙂

Laine

Thanks a lot you two! ❤️

Laine

Found a good article by mind that may also be helpful! https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/mental-health-problems-introduction/self-care/#collapse55cce

Aidan

This is great this! I'll have to try some of those ideas, there are probably trees who look after themselves better than I do

Past User

This is an awesome post @Laine thanks so much for sharing. There’s some really good ideas here I think I need to start using. 

We’re always here if you ever need anything, you’re a wonderful individual and we’re lucky to have you. Have a very happy day. 

Laine

Aw thank you very much @SpaceOtter ! You too ❤️

GreenTea

Can this be pinned please @The Mix
It's a good thread and deserves to always be at the top.

Laine

Ah thanks GT super glad you like it! 

Anch0r33

Ooooh I've just sent his post! I love it @Laine

I agree - you do so much for all of us, it's easy to forget to take care of yourself (I'm guilty of this!). 

I think this resource will really benefit everyone who uses it, thank you for sharing

Laine

Zen

I love this @Laine! Self-care is incredibly beneficial for you, no matter what. Everyone should make time for self-care, even if it's just 10 minutes in the morning or before you go to bed! As they say, you can't pour from an empty cup!

I find doing little self-care/self-help worksheets really helpful, they help me to identify what I'm struggling with at the moment and then they help me to make a plan on how I can minimise these issues and look after myself! 

Here a few links to some! 

Self-Care Worksheets
https://positivepsychology.com/self-care-worksheets/

Self-Care Assessment (Track how much self-care you already do)
https://www.therapistaid.com/therapy-worksheet/self-care-assessment

GreenTea

Set myself a couple of self care tasks from this thread. Such as learning to say no (because I'm just working myself into the ground) and to work on a healthy sleep schedule