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What is One Small Thing You Can Do Today for Self-Care?
It’s a new year and why not start off by taking good care of you! It’s a great first step in working towards that new job or career you’ve been considering!
Ever wonder what happens when you don’t take care of yourself?
Consequences of Not Practicing Self-Care:
Jacqueline Getchius, a licensed professional clinical counsellor, lists the consequences of not practicing self-care on Psych Central which include:
• Low energy
• Feelings of hopelessness
• Less patience
• Increased headaches, stomach aches and other physical symptoms of stress
• Difficulty falling and staying asleep
• Binge eating or increase in unhealthy eating habits
• Worsening mental health symptoms
• Burnout
• Difficulties concentrating
• Relationship challenges or strains
• Reduction in performance at work
• Less motivation to engage in social activities
RESOURCES
https://eugenetherapy.com/article/50-self-care-ideas-for-a-bad-day/
See a Doctor Online: https://www.telus.com/en/personal-health/my-care/doctors
Video – 5 Self Care Tips When You Feel Broken: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7pkZmJSXLY
https://cmha-yr.on.ca/get-support/
https://bouncebackbc.ca/
Crisis Lines · Vancouver Island Crisis Line 1-888-494-3888 · 1800SUICIDE 1-800-784-2433 · Mental Health Support 310-6789 (no need for “1” in front of this number) Talk Suicide Canada 1-833-456-4566.
In this new year, let’s all make a point of taking good care of ourselves. The results will benefit not only ourselves, but everyone around us – employers and job seekers alike!
