Self Care

In this webinar, Bobbi shares information and insights for self-care.

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Myths of Self-Care

• You have to ‘do’ self care

• If your self care doesn’t look like mine – it isn’t self care

• The same thing works all of the time

• Self care is set and forget

• Self care is selfish and self centered

• The effects of self-care are temporary

• Self-care is just for women

• Self-care takes too much time

• Self-care is doing anything that soothes you

• I can’t afford it

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Risks of neglecting Self Care

• Depression/Anxiety

• Weight gain or loss

• Lack of mental clarity

• Difficulty in relationships

• Difficult trusting others and self

• Addiction

• A tendency to value instant gratification

• Fatigue-related insomnia

• Poor hygiene

• Low self-esteem

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6 Areas of Self Care

• Physical

• Psychological/ Emotional

• Social

• Spiritual

• Professional

• Online

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Physical

• Eat healthy foods

• Take care of personal hygiene

• Exercise

• Wear clothes that help me feel good about myself

• Eat regularly

• Participate in fun activities (e.g., walking, swimming, dancing, sports)

• Get enough sleep

• Go to preventative medical appointments (e.g., check-up’s, teeth cleanings)

• Rest when sick

• Overall physical self-care

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Psychological/Emotional

• Take time off from work, school, and other obligations

• Participate in hobbies

• Get away from distractions (e.g., phone, email)

• Learn new things, unrelated to work or school

• Express my feelings in a healthy way (e.g., talking, creating art, journaling)

• Recognize my own strengths and achievements

• Go on vacations or day-trips

• Do something comforting (e.g., re-watch a favourite movie, take a long bath)

• Find reasons to laugh

• Talk about my problems

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Social

• Spend time with people who I like

• Call or write to friends and family who are far away

• Have stimulating conversations

• Meet new people

• Spend time alone with my romantic partner

• Ask others for help, when needed

• Do enjoyable activities with other people

• Have intimate time with my romantic partner

• Keep in touch with old friends

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Spiritual

• Spend time in nature

• Meditate

• Pray

• Recognize the things that give meaning to my life

• Act in accordance with my morals and values

• Set aside time for thought and reflection

• Participate in a cause that is important to me

• Appreciate art that is impactful to me (e.g. music, film, literature)

• Do something for a friend

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Professional

• Improve my professional skills

• Say “no” to excessive new responsibilities

• Take on projects that are interesting or rewarding

• Learn new things related to my profession

• Make time to talk and build relationships with colleagues

• Take breaks during work

• Maintain balance between my professional and personal life

• Keep a comfortable workspace that allows me to be successful

• Advocate for fair pay, benefits, and other needs

• Consider your next steps and bucket list

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Online

• Have boundaries around the amount of time you spend on social media, when and where

• Watch out for emotional engagement in debates and topics

• Only engage with people who fill your cup

• Have an alternative to social media for self care

• Impacts sleep

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Get Support

Each

1300 003 224  

www.each.com.au

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Carer Gateway

01800 422 737 

www.carergateway.gov.au

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Foster Care Association of Victoria

Offers a  Carer Assistance Program and therapeutic phone support.

https://www.fcav.org.au/

 

And...

Disability specific support groups (if they currently exist)

 

Online

 

GP

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