C L Magazine Volume 8 - 2022 Spring | Summer Issue

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Why Self-Care?

5 Benefits of Creating a Life-Changing SelfCare Routine by Cassandra Hill

Self-care is simple. It’s all about tuning in to your needs – mentally, emotionally, and physically – and doing things on purpose to take care of yourself. It’s about setting boundaries and putting YOU first. When was the last time you actually allowed yourself to slow down and do something that recharged you? Life can be busy and chaotic, and we rarely give ourselves a moment to rest. We end up putting our needs on the last rung of the ladder and we struggle because of it. Making self-care a part of your daily life is one of the best things you can do for your overall health and well-being. Here are 5 life-changing benefits to making self-care a priority. 1. More Productive: When you start making self-care a priority, you automatically become more intentional with your time. You learn to scratch the tasks or commitments that don’t align with your values and say yes to those that do. Instead of pushing yourself to the point of exhaustion, you begin to watch for signs that


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