In order for your health to remain optimal it is essential that you are physically fueling your body and taking time out for self-care.

Includes the actions you can take physically to help nurture your body including exercise, nutrition and sleep. This article will explore these areas in more detail to help you understand if there are any areas you could pay more attention to.

• Sleep
• Yoga
• Stretching
• Exercise
• Healthy Food
• Rest
• Flotation Therapy
• Walking 

5 Emotional Self Care Practices

• Stress Management
• Emotional Maturity
• Forgiveness
• Compassion
• Kindness 

6 Social Self Care Practices

• Boundaries
• Support Systems
• Positive Social Media
• Communication
• Quality time with Positive People
• Networking with Inspiring People

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9 Spiritual Self Care Practices

• Time Alone
• Nature
• Meditation
• Breath work
• Yoga
• Sound Healing
• Journaling
• Earthing
• Sacred Space

4 Personal Self Care Practices

• Hobbies
• Knowing Yourself
• Personal Identity
• Honoring your true self

5 Space Self Care Practices

• Safety
• Healthy Living Environment
• Clean Environment
• Security and Stability
• Organized Space

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5 Financial Self Care Practices

• Saving
• Budgeting
• Money Management
• Treating Yourself (Environmental Splurging)
• Paying Bills

5 Work Self Care Practices

• Time Management
• Work Boundaries
• Positive Workplace
• More Learning
• Break Time

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About the Contributor

Lauren Williams is a sailor, nurse, and writer enjoying a simple life onboard a sail boat. She’s passionate about health, wellness and the ocean. She will be documenting every step of her journey on her Instagram page as she explores and looks to harness the healing power of the ocean.

(Disclaimer: please note that I nor the Blue Ocean Life Company are licensed medical professionals and for any guidance regarding medication and your health care, please consult with your doctor.)