The Benefits of Self-Care – Taking Care of You, So You Can Connect with Your Teen

Biggest Takeaways:

• You might be thinking: What does a podcast on the benefits of self-care have to do with connecting with my teen? My answer is: EVERYTHING.
• When you practice good self-care EVERYONE benefits.
• It’s instinctual to put our kids first, BUT there is a time and a place for you to set everything aside and nurture your body, mind, and spirit.
• You can’t take care of everyone else (or keep your sanity!) if you never take time to make sure you’re taking care of you.
• 5 signs you need some self-care, ASAP:
  • You have a short fuse.
  • You find yourself unconsciously clenching body parts, and when you realize it, you have trouble relaxing your muscles.
  • You feel a constant sense of overwhelm.
  • All your interactions with your teen or spouse are adversarial or tense.
  • You feel resentful about the routine, day-to-day tasks you perform for your family.
• Practical ideas for practicing self-care in your day-to-day life:
  • Be good to your body.
  • Create daily.
  • Tend your relationships.
  • Tend yourself.
  • Create rituals versus routines.
• The ultimate benefit of good self-care? It puts you in the right mindset to connect with your teen.
• Do you struggle with self-care? I’d love to hear from you on Facebook or Instagram – tell me about your self-care experiences!

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