Mindful self-care is taking good care of yourself and your well-being. It means you are fully present and attentive to your own needs. It incorporates principles of mindfulness, which is being present in the moment without judgment, with self-care activities that promote mental, emotional, and physical health.

To practice mindful self-care is to cultivate a sense of awareness, balance, and compassion towards yourself.

Here are the 5 key elements of mindful self-care:

#1 Mindful Self-Care Element

Present Moment Awareness: Mindful self-care is being fully present in the current moment. It means you acknowledg thoughts and feelings that are coming up right now without judgment. Don’t try to ward off the thoughts. Just be with them and in total acceptance of those thoughts. Direct your attention to the sensations, emotions, and experiences you are currently going through.

#2 On The List Of Mindful Self-Care

Non-Judgmental Acceptance: Practice non-judgment with whatever that is coming up for you. Don’t evaluate your thoughts or experiences as good or bad, right or wrong. Just exercise absolute acceptance without judgement. This means you acknowled your feelings and thoughts without self-criticism or harsh judgments.

3rd On The List

Self-Compassion: Mindful self-care means you treat yourself with kindness and understanding. Instead of being overly critical, practice self-compassion. Be in acceptance by acknowledging everyone faces challenges and setbacks. It’s a part of life.

4th Element To Mindful Self-Care

Balance: Mindful self-care encourages you to understand the importance of balance in life. Identify and address areas where you may be neglecting your well-being. Work to find balance between work, relationships, and personal time.

#5 Mindful Self-Care Component

Intentionality: Engage in self-care activities with intention. This is a crucial aspect of mindfulness. Make conscious choices about how you spend your time and energy. Align your actions with your values and priorities.

Some things to consider for practice are: meditation, yoga, deep breathing exercises, journaling, spending time in nature, practicing gratitude, and engaging in activities that bring joy and relaxation.

Watch my video on Forest Bathing below for more guidance on how to get the most out of your nature walks.

Incorporate these practices into your daily routine and you will enhance your overall well-being and build resilience for challenging times.

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As you know I’m a huge proponent of Mental Wellness and ensuring we all get the help we need when we need it. And of course, I don’t want you just to get any help I want you to get the right help so I am now sponsored by BetterHelp. 

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