Self-Care

What is Self-Care?

Self-care is the deliberate and proactive act of safeguarding one's own well-being and contentment, especially when confronted with challenging and stressful circumstances. It stands as a fundamental component of an individual's mental health, as highlighted by the National Institute of Mental Illness (NAMI).

Key Dimensions:

Physical Well-being
Psychological Health
Emotional Balance
Spiritual Nourishment
Social Connectedness
Professional Fulfillment

Embracing self-care within each of these dimensions can contribute significantly to one's overall mental and emotional wellness, enhancing their resilience and capacity to navigate life's ups and downs with greater ease and effectiveness.

Parents

Below are several self-care resources for parents:

Why Self-Care is Essential to Parenting (Child Mind Institute)
Try These 8 Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress During the Coronavirus Pandemic (The Conversation)
Mindfulness Exercises for Parents (Mindfulness Exercises)
A Mindfulness Practice for Stressed-Out Parents (Mindful.org)
25 Simple Self-Care Tools for Parents (Psychology Today)

Staff

Below are several self-care resources for educators:

Self-Care for Teachers (Western Carolina University)
Wellness & Self-Care (COVID-19 K-12 Counseling)
How Teachers Can Navigate Difficult Emotions During School Closures (Greater Good, UC Berkeley)
Stress Management for Educators (Greater Good, UC Berkeley)
7 Videos to Help Educators Practice Mindfulness & De-Stress (Aperature Ed)