Opinions of Tuesday, 12 November 2024

Columnist: Abundant Robert K. Awolugutu

Self-care: Nurturing your body, mind, and spirit

Self-care is a journey, not a destination Self-care is a journey, not a destination

Self-care is a journey, not a destination. It’s introducing habits into our daily routines to maintain physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.

The Importance of Self-care

A healthy mind rests on a healthy body, enabling better decisions and wise
choices.

Physical Self-care

. Dedicate minutes daily to exercises (lazy workouts at home, if needed)

. Eat nourishing food (vegetables, fruits) for radiant health

. Rest and sleep to prevent burn out.

Emotional Self-care

. Daily meditation

. Say no to negativity

. Embrace joy and happiness

Mental Self-care

. Positive mental attitude and outlook

. Reading (actively engages the mind)

Spiritual Self-care

. Prayer and meditation connect us to the Divine

. Develop self-control, empathy, and compassion


Overcoming Obstacles

. Guilt, shame, and busyness

. Prioritize self-care as part of God’s plan (1 Corinthians 6; 19-20)


Inspirational Story

Thomas Welagamo, CEO of supermarkets, transformed his life after
hospitalization due to stress and burn out.


Application to Life

. Prioritize self-care

. Take breaks

. Exercise daily (10-15 minutes)

. Eat healthy

Conclusion with CTA

Prioritize self-care as a weapon for success. Take care of yourself first.

Takeaways

1. “Self-care is not selfish. It’s a necessary act of self-love.”-Danniel LaPorte

2. Rest is not idleness…-John Lubbock