09/02/2026
Happy Wednesday!! 😀 IT'S SELF-CARE AWARENESS MONTH!😊
Creator | C. Knighten
It's hard to believe that September has already arrived ....it seems like yesterday that we just celebrated the New Year!!?? My mother mentioned to me....on more than one ocassion....that at some point in my life I would reach the 'generation-gap' age?
According to my Mom....that meant....instead of anticipating Christmas....Christmas would be upon me, as if time had somehow warped into the future and left me in it's dust. I am not quite positive how this actually occurs....perhaps there is a black hole involved ....scientists are not sharing how this happens....but, I will find out!! 😆
I think her point was...as we get older, time seems to fly by. We have so many different directions that we are moving in, it can become overwhelming. That is why it is super important that you are taking the time to practice Self-Care.
The entire month of September is dedicated to bringing awareness to setting aside time for your own 'self-care'! We often neglect our own wants and needs when we are caring for others whether that is our children, family or our business. It is easy to put others' needs before our own....but it is crucial to remember, that we cannot fill another cup if our vessel is empty!🤔 While getting a massage or getting away for the weekend are great examples of taking time for our own well-being, self-care can be more than that.
LITTLE WAYS TO PRACTICE SELF-CARE!
🤯TAKE A BRAIN BREAK:
Step away from your screens and do nothing for 5-10 minutes.
☕️REFRESH YOURSELF:
Mindfully sip a cup of hot tea..... or a glass of water.
🚶♀️GET MOVING:
Stand up.....stretch. Take a few minutes for some light yoga or better yet, step outside and take a walk for 10 minutes.
🌬️BREATHE:
Practice taking a few deep breaths.....imagine you are letting all of your stress out each time you exhale.
🚪SET BOUNDARIES:
It is 'okay' to say "no" . Whether you don't have time today or whether you are not in the mood....it is okay!!
🎶LISTEN TO MUSIC:
Put on a calming playlist or your favorite artist.
💦WASH YOUR FACE:
Yes, it sounds silly, but a cool splash of refreshing water on your face.....ahhhhh!! Can actually be reviving!!
These are easy things you can do daily....to give yourself a little pick-me up.....make a point to do them and above all....remember that having an "Attitude of Gratitude"....helps fill your own cup every single day!!
We wish you a great day!☺️