Routines are one way we can maintaining our self care. Routines will help give us a sense of control, manage our emotions and improve our focus.  We can use the concept of 'stability rocks' to help create a daily routine of self care tasks. 

• A ‘stability rock’ is a practice that adds something reliable to your life when it feels like things are spinning out of control.

• Stability rocks (your routines and rituals) are important at these times as they give you some control over what’s going on in your life.  

Examples of ‘stability rocks’ could be: 

• waking up at the same time every day 

• eating regular meals 

• going to bed at the same time every day 

• doing some form of exercise every day 

• reaching out to a friend each day. 

Steps

1. Watch the Youtube video, All about self care (4:30). 

2. After watching, write down 3 interesting things you learnt from the video. 

3. Read the information about 'stability rocks' (above).

4. Use the Stability Rocks sheet (PDF file, 7.4 MB) to create your stability rocks list and schedule them into your week.

5. Put it up in your room or somewhere in your home so that you see it regularly.