Self-care not selfish

Something I have found so very difficult to enjoy is anything involving self-care. It is always viewed as selfish to need some time to yourself. I’m not sure how needing to recharge is selfish but there you go.

This year has been the first year ever that I have had a decent amount of time to myself for me to be able to do what I want. It was a glorious week away with beautiful weather. Of course when I booked the week away I was told I was being selfish and abandoning people. Apparently going to and from work alone should be enough!

Self-care is the most important thing for a person. Nobody can run on empty all of the time. I’m not saying we should all go away for a week by ourselves constantly (but if it works for you then do it). But even an hour to relax with a glass of wine or a cup of tea or a hot bubble bath just to switch off is vital for everybody’s mental health and wellbeing.

I definitely know this is all so much harder to do when you are caring for a family. But try to find a way.

Remember be kind and try to smile.