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Practicing self-care doesn’t mean you will automatically reap the benefits. Instead, you must learn to adapt your routine as you change and the years go by to see and promote proper balance.  The following are five ways to elevate your self-care routine:  Add Self-Care to Your Daily Calendar or To-Do Lists Don’t expect yourself to

Self-care is about taking care of your life; mentally, physically, emotionally, and more to live a well-balanced, fulfilled, and happier life. While self-care is personal, that doesn’t mean you can’t find help to make the process easier. Many tools can help improve your routine, and keep you more consistent and aware of your results.  The

The “SMART Goals” method, initially devised by George Doran, Arthur Miller, and James Cunningham for effective goal-setting in the business community, can be applied to various industries. The concept revolves around breaking down goals into specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound components. This approach enhances your ability to tackle your primary objectives more easily and

A short-term goal is just a small task that allows you to achieve a larger goal. When you want something in life, it can be overwhelming and more challenging to focus only on long-term goals. Breaking them down allows you to stay on track and feel less intimidated and overwhelmed. In essence, short-term goals give

If you have problems adding self-care to your daily routine. Don’t stress, and you are not alone. There are many barriers that life throws in your way that make it difficult to accomplish. Understanding what they are and preparing beforehand provides you with a better chance of creating a successful plan.  A plan that skips

Setting healthy boundaries is an essential step of an effective self-care routine. Limits are designed to show others how you expect to be treated, not abused or disrespected. In addition, they establish a healthy level of separation for each party to have their thoughts, ideas, or opinions.  Boundaries are not selfish, or rude nor should

Guilt and shame are all too common reasons why Americans avoid self-care. Nearly one out of every four Americans say they feel guilty when practicing it—making it harder to enjoy it or stick to a proper routine. However, guilt and shame should never come with self-care. On the contrary, self-care is essential to a healthy

Emotional self-care is one of many areas of self-care that is vital to living a prosperous and happier life. It is the ability to control or manage your emotions and better identify what you are feeling to take proper and consistent action. It is in tune with your emotions, so you know that you live