With our busy lives, self-care can easily fall by the wayside. However, giving your mind and body the treatment it needs to flourish is more important than ever. Living your best life might feel impossible sometimes, but try to shift your perspective. Today, Mindful Way Coaching invites you to discover ways to do the most with what you have right now.
Get Moving
Regular exercise is a must:
Regular exercise keeps you fit and boosts your immune system.
Running, walking, biking, and hiking are ways to exercise outdoors.
If you have a dog, invest in an escape-proof harness and take them jogging with you!
Consider setting up a home gym.
A Healthy Diet
Focus on nutritional needs to support a healthy body:
Evaluate your diet to make sure you’re hitting nutritional goals.
Practicing mindful eating can reduce turning to food to soothe stress.
Nourish Your Mind
Boredom, stress, and uncertainty take a toll on mental health:
Daily meditation can dial down stress intensity.
Reading and solving puzzles can keep your mind active.
Look into mindfulness coaching or teletherapy if the emotional strain feels unmanageable.
Look to Practicalities
Smart decisions will reduce stress and keep your goals on track:
Reevaluate your budget and emergency fund.
Stick with your regular chores to retain normalcy.
Take some time to declutter and clean to promote positivity.
We don’t have control of the world, but we control how we navigate it. Remember: the self-care routine you create does not have to mimic the routine from this time last year or set the standard for what you want in the future. Focus, instead, on what will serve you in this moment. Chart the path that works for you.
Mindful Way Coaching teaches you how to navigate your life easily and gracefully. Call Chantal at 651-230-0898 or email her at info@mindfulwaycoaching.com.
Guest author: Cheryl Conklin; picture by Pexels