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Love Your Life on Purpose
As mission-driven leaders, it's easy for you to prioritize the never-ending needs of your work and family over your own needs. After a lifetime of self-sacrifice, as you move into this next phase of your life you're asking yourself "who am I?" and "what do I want?" Listen as Michelle Vande Hey, International Life Coach & Compassion Fatigue, Vicarious Trauma, and Burnout Specialist helps you rediscover who you are outside of what you do. You ARE Worth It!!
Love Your Life on Purpose
5 Fast & Free Self-Care Habits to Let Go of Guilt & Prioritize YOU
Intro:
- Do you feel guilty about taking care of yourself?
- Are you constantly putting others' needs before your own?
- This episode shares 5 free, 5-minute self-care habits to help you let go of guilt and prioritize YOU.
What is Self-Care?
- Oxford Dictionary Definition: The practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.
- Self-care is a practice, not perfection.
- It's about being intentional and active in protecting your well-being (mental, physical, emotional).
5 Free & Fast Self-Care Habits:
- Pause:
- Close your eyes for 30 seconds.
- Practice intentional breathing (box breathing or simple deep breaths).
- Focus on a candle flame.
- Movement:
- Stretching.
- Walking.
- Dancing.
- Shaking out your body.
- Self-Care Check-In:
- Ask yourself, "How am I feeling right now?"
- Journal, speak into your phone, or use a notes app.
- Be honest with yourself and allow yourself to feel your emotions.
- Nourish:
- Refill your water bottle.
- Make tea or coffee.
- Grab a healthy snack.
- Celebrate Yourself:
- Write down or say aloud "I am fabulous because..."
- Focus on your strengths and positive qualities.
Bonus Tip (with a Partner):
- Hugging: Reduces fear, stress, and pain. Supports the immune system and cardiovascular health. https://www.healthline.com/health/hugging-benefits
- If no one is around, hug a soft blanket, stuffed animal, or pet. Petting a pet can also be beneficial.
Creating New Habits:
- Starting new habits can be challenging.
- Join the free Facebook community "Love Your Life On Purpose" for support and connection. (loveyourlifeonpurpose.com or search on Facebook)
- Podcast listeners get a free 15-minute connect call!
Call to Action:
- Which self-care habit will you try first?
- Share your own self-care tips in the comments!
Download the Self-Care Cheat Sheet
Join the community: Love Your Life on Purpose
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