49 - Your Own Version Of Self-Care

Annaliese and Alan explore the concept of self-care, which often feels like a buzzword and inaccessible. They discuss practical ways to think about and use self-care more in your daily life, making it truly beneficial and not just another task to strive at. Annaliese emphasizes the importance of giving yourself permission to enjoy small self-care steps daily, fostering a sense of support and joy.

You’ll Hear About:
- Making self-care decisions that genuinely benefit you, without making it another chore.
- Identifying what you need more of in your day to pick small, supportive self-care steps that feel right to you.
- Recognizing limiting, unhelpful thoughts of selfishness or guilt that prevent you from picking self-care. Reflect on where you might be neglecting your own needs.
- Understanding that your joy in life is as important as your healing. In a world where we can't control much, intentional self-care helps you build trust and consistency with yourself, providing access to both joy and healing.

Resources:
- Experience coaching with Annaliese! Visit www.linktree.com/coachannaliese to schedule your FREE, 1-hour Discovery Chat. Share your story with her and get practical tips for real change.
-EVALUATE YOUR SELF-CARE:
    -Is it truly working for your good, or just a workaround? Are you dedicating time and energy to your real needs? Does your self-care bring you joy and healing?
-SELF-CARE MAKES YOU FEEL: safe, seen, supported, stabilizing, healing, connected, and cared-for.
-SELF-CARE DOES NOT MAKE YOU FEEL: distracted, numb, disconnected, escaping, avoiding, or hacking.

Listen in to discover actionable self-care strategies that prioritize your well-being your way!