What does it really mean to take care of yourself? And how can we do it in daily life?
We all know the things that, if practiced, would make us feel better: exercise, diet, hanging out with friends, pursuing our passions.
But what if there were simpler, more accessible ways—maybe free and easy to practice throughout the day without needing to schedule them?
To care for yourself, you need to love yourself simply. Otherwise, turning self-care into another task to check off would lead to stress, not wellness.
Self-care should be easy—small, manageable actions that you can do without effort, with a thought that reminds you to nurture yourself even in the rush of daily life.
Here are four unconventional ways to take care of yourself without much effort.
How to Take Care of Yourself
Take Care of Yourself Through Breathing
While you’re immersed in tasks at the office, remember to breathe—literally.
Stop, close your eyes, or focus on a point in front of you, and breathe deeply.
In each inhale, feel the oxygen filling your body and energizing you. With each exhale, release tension.
With every exhale, lower your shoulders more and more until you feel the weight of your body lift, recharging you with vital energy.
It only takes a moment to regain control of your body and mind.
Distance Yourself from Your Phone
If you really want to take care of yourself, distance yourself from your phone, which is the main source of distraction in everything you do.
Your phone, full of notifications, prevents you from maintaining focus.
This means you’ll be slower in your tasks and distracted in your interactions.
The result will be dissatisfaction, frustration, and a feeling of wasted time that could have been spent doing something you truly enjoy.
Distance yourself from your phone, and you’ll feel happier and more satisfied with yourself.
Ask Questions
One very useful thing for our brain is asking questions.
It’s helpful because it opens up new ideas, fosters discussion, and stimulates critical thinking, leading you to learn something and exercise your mind in ways that enhance your well-being.
Those who don’t ask questions don’t learn, don’t evolve, and don’t take care of themselves because they remain stagnant rather than growing.
Help Others
To take care of yourself, you must also help others.
Feeling useful will make you feel good and create a virtuous cycle. Where you feel so well that you’ll want to do it again.
Trust in what you can give, and enjoy the well-being that comes from it.
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This article first appeared on Grazia.it – Author: Elisa Castellano
