Take Care Of Yourself In 2022
It’s hard to find time to take care of ourselves because of the many responsibilities we have.
But it’s important that this year, you make it a priority to give yourself some self-care.
That just means putting yourself first, even if other things have to be put on hold, and making time to do things that you enjoy or that are beneficial to your health.
Self-care is frequently described as a journey. You may have to try different activities and see which you enjoy most to add to your routine.
As a student with a part-time job, I’ve found myself forgetting to do basic things that help me stay alive: drinking water, sleeping or eating a meal.
I would always justify my lack of care by saying that I was too busy with school or work.
But as time passed, those bad habits have continued, and I feel burnt out. That’s when I recognized the importance of making an effort to look after myself.
For me, that includes booking a nail appointment every three to four weeks.
It’s a soothing experience that allows me to relax and meditate on life. It makes me feel more confident to know my nails were transformed into works of art.
Self-care shouldn’t be a burden on your schedule, but it should be a moment to cool off. It’s the best way to find activities that work for you.
Sit down and create a list of what makes you happy. If it puts a smile on your face, it should be on the list.
If you’re anything like me, you’ll save your ideas in a document on your phone or write it down in a notebook so you’ll have something to turn to when you’re stuck trying to think of ideas.
You may find that some of the things you try don’t work for you and that is fine.
Sometimes it can be as simple as eating your favorite meal, taking a nap after a long day of work or calling a friend to cheer you up. Maybe you prefer to hang out with people who make you the happiest, listen to music, perform 1 a.m. dance sessions, or walk your dogs.
My routine may not work for you, so put it in the effort to find activities that bring you joy and use them to relieve the stress and tension.
