Physical self-care 

Activities that help you to stay fit and healthy 

• Develop a regular sleep routine (6 to 9 hours).
• Aim for a healthy diet (lean protein, fiber, veggies and fruit).
• Take lunch breaks (make time for relaxation).
• Go for a walk, bike ride, swim, yoga, etc.
• Take your dog for a walk.
• Get some aerobic exercise (20 minutes a day!) Increases endorphins and regulates hormones

Psychological self-care 

Activities that help you to feel clear-headed  

• Engage in leisure activities
• Turn off your email, news, and social media.
• Make time for relaxation (mindfulness & meditation).
• Make time to engage with healthy and supportive friends and family.  

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Emotional self-care 

Allowing yourself to safely experience your full range of emotions. 

• Develop friendships that are supportive.
• Accept even uncomfortable emotions
• Write three good things that you did each day (gratitude).
• Play a social sport.
• Go to the movies or do something else you enjoy
• Talk to you friend about how you are coping with work and life demands. 

Spiritual self-care 

This involves having a sense of perspective beyond the day-to-day of life. 

• Engage in reflective practices like meditation.
• Go to a place that is safe and welcoming to practice
• Write in your journal
• Volunteer and help the less fortunate. (humans or animals)
• Reflect with a close friend for support.
• Access bigger things than yourself.

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