Amoena4Life Magazine 2020 - Australia

BEYOND BUBBLE BATHS What it Means to Practice SELF-CARE We all love a good, indulgent treat once in a while. But the real magic of self-care happens when we can practice it consistently, and let it take root in our everyday routine. In the last several years, as society’s stress level has risen, so has the awareness that we can do something about it — and the self-care movement is now a global effort, a trending topic. Studies show how crucial self-care is: In 2018, the U.K.’s Mental Health Foundation conducted a study of stress levels across the nation. Results indicated that 74% of respondents had felt so stressed they were overwhelmed or unable to cope. Add a cancer diagnosis to the mix, and the lesson is clear: Taking better care of ourselves is not a luxury — it is a health imperative.