Self-care is something that everyone should practice but the definition can be different depending on the individual. Practicing self-care is all about physical and mental wellbeing. It should be a daily priority – even for a few minutes.
Definition of Self-Care
Self-care (by definition) is the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one’s own health. The practice of taking an active role in protecting one’s own wellbeing and happiness, especially during periods of stress.
For many of us self-care is going for a walk, going to the gym, meeting with friends or as simple as a good night’s sleep. The key is, it’s a daily practise and that it covers all pillars of self-care -physical, emotional, social, and spiritual. The ultimate benefit of it is to reduce stress and anxiety that can build up throughout the day, especially at work.
9th–15th May 2022 was Mental Health Awareness Week, and now is the perfect time to take stock of how you’re feeling both physically and mentally. We all need to hit the reset button occasionally, and at Tonic Wellbeing we have a simple tool to help you.
‘How Are You Feeling Today’ questionnaire
Our ‘How Are You Feeling Today’ questionnaire lists a few simple questions with a rating from 1-10. The goal is to answer them as openly and honestly as possible which will provide you with an accurate reflection as to how you are feeling from a mental health perspective.
It is vital to remind ourselves…. self-care is not selfish! Becca says, “It is an essential step to maintaining good overall health & wellbeing. Taking small steps every day to create a holistic approach to looking after your health will have multiple benefits, from improving your quality of life, boosting your happiness and preventing illness!
Taking care of our mental health is not always as easy as taking care of our physical wellbeing. If we need to exercise, we can go to the gym, go for a run, or walk. But how do you train your brain or even relax the mind? Taking a few minutes to answer our questionnaire will allow you to focus on how you’re feeling mentally. It will also heighten your awareness of any warning signs of anxiety, stress or perhaps depression?
Your mental wellbeing should be a daily priority whether that’s first thing in the morning or last thing at night (or both). Once you get into the habit of practicing positive mental wellbeing you’ll be surprised at the benefits and how much better you’ll feel, consistently.
If you are not sure how to start a conversation with a colleague, team or even family member, try sending a Tonic Boost…
GET IN TOUCH
If you would like to know more about how Tonic Wellbeing can support, you and your staff, get in touch.
We have recently launched two brand new on-line sessions – mindful movement and mindful meditation, which are receiving great feedback already!
We have a plethora of other tools and interventions to help on both an organisational and individual level. Alternatively you can call 0333 444 7 365 or email hello@choosetonic.co.uk with a specific enquiry. We look forward to hearing from you!
