In this episode, Janice discusses why self-care is so important for each and every one of us, whether we're struggling with a serious mental health issue or "just" going through this crazy thing called life. She shares the story of the #metoo self-care burning ritual she did after publicly sharing about her #metoo experiences, and lists 10 self-care ideas that will hopefully inspire you in your own mental wellness journey.
Originally published: January 31, 2018
Read Janice's 4-years-later reflections on the episode here: "S1 | EP4: If There Was Ever a Time For Self-Care" (The Soul's Work Blog)
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Show notes:
- 0:51: Needing self-care these days
- 1:47: Participating in Bell Let’s Talk Day – we must talk about mental health!
- 3:34: A definition of self-care
- 4:33: Why is self-care so important to practice? Life stressors that trigger the need for self-care
- 6:53: Practicing self-care unapologetically and proactively
- 8:55: A story: the #metoo movement, my #metoo blog post, and my #metoo self-care ritual
- 16:57: Three aspects to consider in practicing self-care: environment, energy, and intention
- 21:29: Ten self-care ideas: Light a candle (or a bonfire)
- 22:50: Journal
- 23:54: Spend time in nature
- 24:50: Spend time with your pet
- 25:55: Exercise
- 26:37: Watch comedy
- 27:20: Meditate
- 28:13: Saying “no” without apology or explanation
- 29:53: Sleep
- 30:26: Listen to/play music
Resources mentioned in the episode:
- "12 Days Of Self-Care Journal Prompts" (Casa de Karma)
- "This Is Your Brain on Nature" (National Geographic)