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Self-Care
- 1. Our life… Challenging Clients Increased Workloads Big Tand Small t Traumas Forms of Opression The “isms” Grief/Loss Got Job Security? Budget Cuts Economic Realities Family of Origin Concerns Health Issues Relationship “Partnering” Finances Parenting/ Caregiving Traffic Jam Cell Phone Bill Spilt Milk Kid Late for Curfew Unexpected Expense Flat Tire
- 2. Consequences of PoorSelf-Care Mental health Frustration, irritability, anxiety/fear, confusion, poor concentration, helplessness, hopelessness, depression, low morale, pessimism, compassion fatigue, guilt, etc. Physical health Stress-related illness (hypertension, ulcers, acid reflux/heartburn, skin rash, etc.) Relationships (personal and professional) Conflict, tension, misunderstanding, anger, emotional or physical abuse Organizational health Increased absenteeism, diminished productivity, team conflict, turnover
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- 5. • Noticing andtending to your physical state is an essential daily practice • It is up to you to tend to the “body” part of the mind-body connection
- 6. * Eat foodsthat help the nervous system * Avoid those that harm the nervous system (stimulant beverages and refined sugar)
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- 11. Good for thenervous system
- 14. Exercise Strategies Keys toSuccess: Activities that are enjoyable and easy (Walking)
- 15. Stress impacts sleep (Lackof) sleep influences stress When you sleep better, life’s difficulties will seem a little less stressful than they otherwise would.
- 16. Sleep Hygiene * Avoidcaffeine and alcohol. Note: Several studies have shown that depressed patients tend to consume fairly high amounts of caffeine. Switch to herbal tea or grain coffee. * Physical activity will promote sleep. * Go to bed and wake up at the same time. * Several hours before bedtime, don’t eat snacks or other food. * Take a hot shower * Herbal Remedies (Valerian)
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Editor's Notes
- #6 Attending/Adjusting Trance of Scarcity 4-4-8 Ssssss