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Self care tips?
A new week, almost at the halfway point in 2020, and so much big and important work is being done in the world. How have you been able to balance self care into your life? Share your tried and true go-to advice.
NeerajaHR Manager in Sunny Sacramento!
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06/17/20 at 12:44PM UTC
I love the routines and ideas so far in this group! I do simple things to separate work and home life. I make sure that i "get ready" for work in the mornings - this helps me put myself in the right mindset to focus on work. Then at the end of my work day, I make sure to log off around the same time, and actually shut down my computer. I try and get a walk in with my dog every evening, cook dinner, and then try and unwind with a cup of tea before bed. I don't add my work email or chat apps to my phone so that I can make sure i'm not checking my phone on weekends.
Rachel Reynolds
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06/16/20 at 1:50PM UTC
One thing the pandemic has given me is better work-life balance. In the field in which I work, I'm often asked to work weekends for events, meetings, etc. Plus, in my personal life, I manage a small nonprofit, sit on another board, and participate in a small improv theater. All of this kept me "booked" with something at least one weekend day on top of my full time job. So much has now been cancelled and I have gloriously embraced my free-er weekends. I have had more time to devote to family and managing my household, more time to do some volunteer work (including donating platelets every three weeks), and more time to realize how beneficial this is to my mental health. There are many things I miss, but the last few months have helped me realize that this balance is much better for me.
Michelle VerquerAuthentic Leadership Development Specialist
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06/15/20 at 11:36PM UTC
Hi. I am new FGB and this group! I am eager to read responses to this question! I, too, have an evening routine to de-stress my brain and body. I jog and core strengthen but I also de-tone my shoulders and neck. I spend most of my days sitting at a desk so creating balance in my workout is important. I also meditate twice a day - to start my day off and to wind it down.
Mimi BishopBiz+Career Coach for Modern Gen X Women
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06/15/20 at 2:59PM UTC
Self care is so important and I think different for everyone!
One of the biggest gifts of self care I try to give to myself is an evening routine where I am not attached to the phone and read a good book with a cup of tea.
