{"id":689,"date":"2023-03-19T14:28:00","date_gmt":"2023-03-19T20:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teachmeselfcare.com\/?p=689"},"modified":"2023-11-20T13:28:36","modified_gmt":"2023-11-20T19:28:36","slug":"how-i-fit-self-care-into-every-single-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teachmeselfcare.com\/how-i-fit-self-care-into-every-single-day\/","title":{"rendered":"How I fit self-care into every single day."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Demonstrating that it is a process, not an outcome, a confession that I don\u2019t do bubble baths, the joy of a new haircut, and a little update on new practices.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Sometimes when I tell people that my students and I study and share self-care practices, I have a little flare of imposter syndrome. Because despite all that work, I almost always feel like my self-care needs improving\/could be better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A few months ago, I was speaking with a close friend when I said something that surprised her: I seldom do errands on the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When asked to break down exactly how that was possible, I couldn\u2019t pinpoint when I had stopped doing errands on the weekend (although I know it\u2019s been a long time, definitely years). I could easily share my why <\/em>(I use my weekends to recharge myself and spend time with my family).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This conversation reiterated to me how much self-care is a journey of habit-building, <\/strong>so much more than any specific outcome. When we practice those changes – even small ones – over and over, eventually they slip right into our lives as a habit. Often without much fanfare, or maybe without us even noticing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Defining self-care.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are so many definitions of self-care that exist! It can be very confusing. As a reminder, here is the definition that we originally developed and that I\u2019ve used ever since: Self-care is anything you do to replenish your personal and professional selves. Recognizing, of course, that those are the same person!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is this definition so awesome? It\u2019s quite broad, which means:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. It can encompass a wide range of behavior, and<\/li>\n\n\n
  2. You are probably already doing lots of things that are self-care.<\/li>\n\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Stuff I do (almost) every day.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Here are examples of things I do (almost) every day. You\u2019ll see that none of these are huge, but all of them are designed to manage my energy and replenish myself when I can. Remember that there is no one way to do self-care, so many of these things might not appeal to you, and that\u2019s okay!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    I also included my why <\/strong>– what\u2019s more important than the specific behaviors we choose is that we have a reason for those behaviors and they are linked to our values.<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Stuff I do at least regularly.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    As you might see, many of my self-care choices are about structuring my life to promote my values (calmness, creativity, meaningful work, family). There are no bubble baths in sight!<\/p>\n\n\n

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    I hope these examples are helpful! As you can see, they aren\u2019t the most flashy or exciting experiences (no spa days! no vacations!), but they work for me – and that\u2019s most important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What else is new?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    I continue to practice my habit of resting, even if it\u2019s just a few minutes here and there. I\u2019ve taken a longer break mid-afternoon to play some video games a few times, and wow, that was restorative! 10\/10 recommend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    I learned that running errands after work\/school is not the best choice for my family. The hard way. Snacks were thrown. Tempers flared. We won\u2019t be doing that anymore!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Grad Students Against Burnout! will be returning in Fall, if not sooner\u2014this time as a research project! Stay tuned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    I had my first professional haircut since 2019. Cutting it at home had been financial self-care for me, but this is my favorite haircut ever. What we consider self-care can shift over time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In-self care solidarity,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Jorden\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Now seeking: Questions that need answers!<\/h2>\n\n\n
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    I\u2019m always on the hunt for questions about self-care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Especially the nitty gritty, embarrassing questions no one wants to ask, but everyone wants answers for I love to answer those!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The best way to ask questions? Privately of course!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Send me your questions using the button below:<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n

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