The role and importance of self care in wellbeing
In recent years and especially with recent events self-care is becoming more popular and looked into, with that came inspiration to create this post!
What is wellbeing?
To understand how self-care impacts wellbeing we must first define wellbeing . In its simplest definition definition it is the state of being comfortable, healthy and happy. However how people maintain their wellbeing varies greatly, it itself is subjective. For some wellness looks like a meaty diet, extreme fitness and exhilarating hobbies, where for others it's veggie dishes, relaxing and calling friends. But however we see our ideal of wellness one thing is universal and this is the basic basic steps to reach and maintain it such as adequate sleep, balanced meals and fulfilling hobbies. This is exactly where the idea of care and self regulation fits in.
Self care:
Self-care itself is the practice of taking action, whether mindset or physical actions, to preserve one's own health. Oftentimes we don't see what a large role self-care takes in our own lives, overlooking the action it takes when we wake up early, balance work or even brush our teeth, it is what keeps us functioning without others constant intervention, though the label has made significant rise is use in recent years being put it the spot light. Given this it is being now widely explored and marketed giving more opportunity to look at it for more use in our own lives to create improvement.
So how does it link?
Considering the definitions of both terms it's understandable they intertwine. How exactly though? Now that's quite a good question :) To better understand how self-care affects wellbeing I'll put it in the context of if we did not take care of ourselves. If we didn't we would not be healthy or particularly happy as we likely wouldn't of cared about our wellbeing to keep clean, eat well, do things we enjoy or balance well. But is that really self-care or just doing what we're supposed to or even just reassuring those who care about us? Whatever the motivation to take care, what separates healthy routine from self-care is conscious action, deciding on a behaviour or action to benefit ourselves out of care for ourselves.
What's the point?
Though, arguably, you may function on a lack of self-care, it holds significant importance in regulating positive habits and happiness through often priority. This being important for functioning well . So caring about what makes you happy, healthy and comfortable and acting upon that, with balance, is essentially the entire point. Meaning having little baths, eating your favourite snacks sometimes, giving yourself time to cry it out, reminding yourself to finish that project and remembering to have breakfast are all essential parts to keeping yourself well.
~You are worth self-care and self-compassion. It can be difficult to always maintain a great level of self-care.
~Do not feel guilty if not 💙All things wellbeing mean continuous effort and can be improved!
~If you're struggling or need help know you can reach out and look through the forums more.
💙 For those who read thoroughly or just skimmed here are some quick questions to answer :
1.)What are your favourite 3 self-care habits?
2.)What are some self care habits you'd like to improve or take up?
3.)What are 3 things you are grateful for today?
~ Tag 3 friends to join in! ~
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I also feel like doing self care each weekend because to be honest taking care of myself will benefit me on my personality, nature etc etc and in turn it will also help me to grow much more higher in the parts where i lag behind <3
@Divyanshthekid i agree <3 thankyou for replying! Self-care can definitely help us grow in areas, having time at the weekend to just the care of yourself is a wonderful idea!
@KatieTheBigRockOne
My self care is to read, listen to music and journal. I would like to take up the violin. Not sure if thats self care but, I'm super excited to get started once COVID-19 is less prominent. Im grateful for this site and the oppertunities it has given me! My dog (her name is Rozi) and being able to go to school
@goldenFriend9335 i appreciate you responding to this post! Those are some good methods of self care i enjoy reading too :P it can be argued that learning instruments and practicing can be self care as its relaxing and allows us to learn a new skill, best of luck with it when covid is a lesser problem. Tell Rosi she's a good girl from us 😊
@KatieTheBigRockOne Thanks for tag Katie! My 3 favorite self care habits are to get a good amount of rest/sleep, treating myself to delcious food, taking time out of my day to do something fun like drawing. Some self care habits I would like to improve is my thinking that I always need to be working or doing something productive. It's okay to not be always working and I should improve on that. I am extremely grateful for my friends,family and my dog that has been always there for me through the thick and thin!
@sallysalad1233 Thankyou for this absolutely wonderful reply ☺️food, sleep and giving yourself time to do something fun are really great ways to practice self care! I can agree with helping that mindset, it's okay to take time off and just do something for the fun of it :P I'm glad you're grateful for them, friends, family and even pets that stick around throught it all are the best <3
1.)What are your favourite 3 self-care habits?
cooking only for myself, writing and reading, playing the guitar
2.)What are some self care habits you'd like to improve or take up?
time management and personal boundaries
3.)What are 3 things you are grateful for today?
my family, cups, my health
@Listeningsarinn Thankyou for taking the time to reply! Those are some great self care habits, I'm fond of cooking, myself. Though i can agree it can be really helpful to manage both time and boundaries so you can keep yourself and how much you do well, best of luck with improving that ☺️also great things to be grateful for sometimes we do overlook our good health : P
1.)What are your favourite 3 self-care habits? yoga, going for a walk, journaling
2.)What are some self care habits you'd like to improve or take up? sleep better
3.)What are 3 things you are grateful for today? sunshine, this website, yoga
@purpleWheel873 Thankyou for reading through this post and replying those are some good self care habits ☺️i have to agree sleep is a great thing to improve I'm also working on that too! Glad to hear you're grateful for those things have an amazing day <3
@KatieTheBigRockOne
1.)What are your favourite 3 self-care habits? Deep breathing/Meditation...Watching some comedic shows/movies/let's plays... Some painting and classical music...
2.)What are some self care habits you'd like to improve or take up? Working on overthinking definitely..
3.)What are 3 things you are grateful for today? I am grateful for cartoons for childhood, books, art
@TheAloneAndAfraid This was an amazing reply, thankyou for posting 💙 those are some really nice self care habits, classical music, painting and meditation are especially relaxing. Overthinking can be quite a hard habit to have but overcoming it really can improve your sense of relaxation, best of luck with improving that!
On what you're grateful for (feel free to answer or not answer :P ) what's your favourite book? <3
@KatieTheBigRockOne Well this one book I am currently reading is pretty good it's called Power Game by Christine Feehan
@TheAloneAndAfraid I'll look up what it's about, it sounds good :P
@KatieTheBigRockOne
1.)What are your favorite 3 self-care habits? Reading, Skin-care, Cooking
2.)What are some self care habits you'd like to improve or take up? Sleep
3.)What are 3 things you are grateful for today? My dog, my friends, food
@Jannahreign i appreciate your reply thankyou for answering! First time I've heard skincare and that's definitely a good form of self-care so it's great to hear you like that :P
It's good to know what you're grateful for, good luck with improving your sleep habit, it's always positive to get a better sleep schedule <3
@KatieTheBigRockOne Thank you for delivering the importance of self-care with such a nice post Katie 
1.)What are your favourite 3 self-care habits?
- I like getting some sun. It is said that taking in some sunlight, especially during early hours can really lift your spirits and prepare you for a better day ahead. The sun is a natural gift to us and utilising it is important to me. I also like writing poetry from ideas collected from my journal entries because they give me a sense of meaning and help me reach the hearts of others who can relate with my poetry. I also practise dancing (A recent addition xD) as it helps me stay fit and active during days when I don't go out much.
2.)What are some self care habits you'd like to improve or take up?
- This is really simple but I would like to develop the habit of drinking more water and I am currently working on it. I would also like to switch from a night owl to an early bird because it's just nice to willingly be able to wake up early in the morning and make the most of the daytime ^-^
3.)What are 3 things you are grateful for today?
- My friends. My family. My guitar.
I'm tagging @alphav7 , @ouiCherie and @JoeyTribbbiani because you guys are such inspiring sunshines!
Hi @DaisyDaph,
Great to see those tips you mentioned.
Changing your schedule can open up a lot of opportunities.
Drinking water - very important. Something which I must also focus on. Thanks for reminding that :D
And yes, as you said - self care is very important :)
@DaisyDaph
Here's mine
1.)What are your favourite 3 self-care habits?
Meditiation
Journaling
Workouts
2.)What are some self care habits you'd like to improve or take up?
Drinking more Water
Taking more good food
3.)What are 3 things you are grateful for today?
My health, the peace around and the people who give me an opportunity to earn.
@alphav7 thankyou for this reply! Meditation and journaling are great methods of self care when it comes to understanding yourself and relaxing, exercise can be too :)
Making sure to keep hydrated and more fed (especially healthily) definitely can be aims to work for in helping your physical health as well as mental strength 😊
I loved hearing the things you're grateful for, education is an awesome opportunity!
Thanks for the tag @DaisyDaph 💜
1.)What are your favourite 3 self-care habits?
○ shower
○ Netflix and chill
○ speed walking exercise
2.)What are some self care habits you'd like to improve or take up?
○ More walking, sleep early, wakeup early
3.)What are 3 things you are grateful for today?
○ My family and friends in life
○ Friendship with you and everyone here
○ Recovered from stomach illness 😊
Tagging: @blindHeart12 and @TonyJane because your warmth and kindness to everyone never cease to inspire me 💜
@ouiCherie I'm grateful of this reply it was pretty awesome to hear, those are some good self care habits, it's the first to hear showering but i agree it not only makes you physically clean but gives you an opportunity to think and privately relax with no disturbances.
Improving those things do help, it can be hard keeping on top with the world currently and being stuck inside without as much routine can be an obstacle, i wish you luck improving them! ☺️
Also glad to hear you're feeling better from that stomach illness 💙
@KatieTheBigRockOne 💜
@DaisyDaph Thankyou sincerely for this lovely addition and such lovely tags! I really enjoyed reading the depth in your post, the sun ☀ truly can be a natural relaxant to us, giving us warmth and liveliness. Poetry is a beautiful thing i agree, it connects us with lovely words and dancing!! Have to admit dancing is a wonderful activity to do i enjoy it myself sometimes it's definitely a fun way to exercise too.
Improving hydration is a really good goal as it helps with overall health, i can relate to the night owl part 😅... Something about it is just so appealing but waking up earlier can mean more productivity
Thankyou 💙
@KatieTheBigRockOne
This is SUCH a good post! My goodness! You explain everything so well. I feel very inspired right now.
@QuietLotus it's beautiful to hear how impactful this post is to you, I put a lot of knowledge and heart into it ❤️it's the biggest compliment! Keep carrying that great energy with you 🤗
