What are the benefits of self-care?
Reduce in stress
Making time to do relaxing activities, whether you're listening to music or taking a nice long bath, are forms of self-care. Doing these activities that you enjoy can distract you and reduce stress and anxiety.
Improvement in physical health
A large part of self-care is to look after your physical health. You are looking after your body's needs, like getting a good night's sleep.
Boost in self-esteem
Looking after yourself has a positive impact on how you perceive yourself. Studies have shown that people with higher self-esteem are more likely to achieve their goals of self-improvement.
Protects your mental health
If you are looking to improve your mental health, self-care is a
great way to start. Of course, self-care is not a substitute for
professional help, but it is a great way to improve it and prevent
any problems from getting worse.
If you would like to know more about mental health you can go to our
How To Start page for more information.
Better and healthier relationships
Practicing self-care helps you build a better relationship with your body and others. "The happier and healthier you are, the more you can give to a relationship."