20 ways to Practice Self-Care

1. Set at least one goal each morning
2. Prioritize time everyday for YOU
3. Treat yourself like you would treat your best friend
4. Trust your body and intuition
5. Say ”yes “ to help
6. Say ” no“ – put up your ‘self love walls’
7. Don’t speak badly about yourself
8. Be gentle on yourself
9. Give yourself permission to grieve and take a break from grief
10.  Avoid negativity and drama
11. Unplug
12. Let go of what is out of your control
13. Use your village of support
14. Laugh
15. Take naps
16. Get moving- outside, walk, run, garden
17. Take up a hobby just for you
18. Be patient – grief comes in waves and takes time
19. Write down one thing you are grateful for each night before bed
20. Repeat steps 1-20

We must make time everyday for self-care. When we care for ourselves, it allows us to cope in healthier ways and have energy for this grief journey.

By: Julianne Curtis in Partnership with 3Hopeful Hearts