Quote Of The Week

In today’s landscape, when we are constantly striving to be our very best selves (in an Instagram-worthy fashion), it’s not uncommon to run ourselves into the ground. While hustling to make your dreams come true is amazing, all that effort can begin to really take its toll.

As we all struggle to keep up, learning to prioritise yourself and taking the time to care for yourself is not only lovely, it’s an absolute essential. Self-care is not a luxury – it’s a must. The way you care for yourself, and the time you allow to recoup and rest, is just as important as the time you dedicate to creating your dream life. When you take time for you, you’re creating the space you need to live a well, full life.

So – prioritizing self-care is what allows you to live your life smoothly and effectively, and bring your best to whatever priorities and challenges come your way.

Here are our top tips to prioritise self-care:

Dedicate 15 minutes a day to you. This won’t take away from your productivity – it will increase it. Take time to connect with yourself and pay attention to what you need. Is it writing in a journal? Walking through the park? Meditating? Whatever it is – incorporate it as a key part of your day (ideally not 15 minutes before bed).

Acknowledge that you are doing your best. As we know, comparison is the thief of joy. So run your own race, and be kind to yourself when you begin spiralling down the comparison trap.

We love Instagram as much as the next person, but the constant bombarding of filtered lives are not particularly conducive to a positive frame of mind. So switch off your apps (or delete them if you’re really brave), and go after some face-to-face interactions instead.

Tell us, how do you prioritise self-care?