Taking Care Of Yourself!
Our Grimsby Chiropractors Are Here To Help!
The busy holiday season is now complete but we’re still dealing with the pandemic 22 months later. Now, more than ever, you need to look after yourself. There’s a good chance that you’re pushing through and dealing with life as best you can but the stress of daily life needs to be looked after.
The Oxford Dictionary defines self-care as The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one’s health.
To feel well, look after your body first. Make sure you’re sleeping, eating, and resting well. Keep in mind, that sleep and rest are not the same thing. Sleep usually takes place overnight and this is when your mind and soul heal and repair itself. You don’t even know what is happening during your slumber. Make sure you have a good nighttime routine that will set you up for a good night’s sleep. Avoiding alcohol and caffeine a couple of hours before bed turning off your devices and reaching for a book in a dimly lit room will promote sleep. Rest is the quiet time you take for yourself, guilt-free. It could be an afternoon to yourself over a few hours or even an hour on your own, doing what you like. Some people take this time with a book or even just sit quietly, enjoying the quiet. Rest should be a part of your daily routine to calm your mind. Eating well has never changed over the years. Cut back on refined sugar, snacks, and take-out meals. If you’re busy, take an afternoon to batch cook to stock up your freezer and leave out a bowl of fruit for snacking on. Your sweet tooth will thank you. Replace carbonated beverages with water.
Take a look around your personal spaces . They should be calming, clutter-free, and organized. Take the time to purge what you don’t need. When the spaces you frequent are in a place where they should be, take a look at other parts of your life. Are your family and friends benefitting your life? If not, it may be time to make some changes to your social circle. Surround yourself with like-minded people who have a positive influence on your life.
Self-care also encompasses your physical well-being. Be sure to include daily movements that will help your mind. Walking is an excellent activity that will clear your mind while providing the physical activity your body needs. Why not consider Holistic Care as a form of self-care that covers the mind, body, spirit, and emotions.? The need for holistic care is very, very important. Your mind and body should be prepared to take on whatever life gives you. Optimal well-being of your mind and body is the ultimate goal in holistic health care. There are quite a few specialties that can help you lead a healthy life. West Niagara Chiropractic & Wellness Centre has a team that knows this very well and will help you on your self-care journey. Contact the experts at West Niagara Chiropractic & Wellness Centre at (905)945-3730 or complete their form online.
LISTEN TO YOUR BODY!
