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Give yourself some LOVE

Give yourself some LOVE

Self-care is extremely important for our physical, mental, and emotional health. In a world that can be so demanding, it’s essential to take the time to properly nurture yourself. Here are five of the best ways to show yourself love!

  1. Physical activity - Physical activity releases endorphins in your brain that make you feel good, which helps boost your mood and energy levels. So go for a run, join a yoga class, or try out some new exercises at home - whatever activity helps you relax and keep fit.
  1. Scheduling time off work - We all know how important it is to rest from time to time. Sometimes it can be hard to step away from the grind, but this will give you an opportunity to recharge your batteries and come back refreshed.
  1. image-twoSpending time with friends and family - Engaging with friends and family has been shown to promote positive emotions and boost self-confidence. It also allows us to recognize our own worth because we can see how much others value us in their lives.
  1. Doing something creative - Creative activities help reduce stress levels while providing the perfect outlet for self-expression, from painting or drawing to baking or playing an instrument. This allows us to explore our personal interests while having fun at the same time!
  1. Practicing mindfulness meditation - Mindfulness meditation can help us become aware of our thoughts, feelings, body sensations, and environment in real time without any judgement or criticism. It helps create clarity within ourselves by allowing us to observe our own internal states objectively with compassion towards ourselves, rather than ruminating on negative emotions or external events outside of our control.

This year, our challenge to you is to show love to something most people don’t think of ... your body! Yes, we did mention physical activity above but keeping up with regular massages is also a huge way to let your body know you adore it. We hope to see you around the clinic!

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