July 1, 2021 | Categories: Health, Mental Health
National Women’s Health Week is May 9-15—and it’s the perfect opportunity for women to reassess how to take care of themselves and cultivate self-compassion, especially during these trying times. Below are some quick tips for putting your well-being first. (Related: Healthy Lifestyle Tips That Can Boost Your Well-being)
Talk to yourself kindly—the way you would to your loved ones. Show compassion to yourself as you do your best each day.
As the weather warms, the spring blossoms and sunshine can do wonders for your wandering mind—and outside activities benefit the body, too.
Take a few moments each day to practice mindful breathing. Take a slow, deep breath in, pause, and then exhale slowly. Focus on your breath. (Here’s how to start a meditation practice if you’re a total beginner.)
Try being consistent with bedtime and wake times to maintain the body’s internal clock and improve the quality of your sleep. (BTW, mindfulness can help improve your sleep too.)
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