This began as an article about the 5 Myths of Self-Care. But then I realized you probably already know:
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Self-care doesn’t have to be expensive. (It can fit any budget because it is simply INTENTION to care for self.)
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Self-care isn’t optional. (Taking care of your mind, body and spirit is non-negotiable if you truly want to serve others as your best self.)
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Self-care isn’t self-indulgent. (The opposite is true—compromising self-care because it takes too much effort is self-indulgent.)
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Self-care isn’t time consuming. (Replenishing your energy actually returns time.)
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Self-care isn’t to be reserved for “emergency response.” (Self-care is a form of prevention, a strategy to avoid stress and burnout.)
No surprises there. You already know the value and importance of self-care. You know how essential self-care is to showing up as your best self. So, what gets in the way?
