Sometimes our lives can be so busy that we forget to pay attention to our health. If this is true for you, scheduling a daily check-in with yourself may help. Here’s how it works:
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- Schedule a time each day where you can spend 10-15 minutes checking in with yourself. Setting an alarm or reminder will help you to remember.
- When checking in, ask yourself: “What do I need for my health right now?” The answer to this question can be whatever your heart and mind are telling you and may include things like…
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- closing your eyes and taking several deep, calming breaths
- drinking a glass of water or eating a healthy snack
- taking a nap
- taking a walk outside
- meditating or praying
- calling a friend or loved one for support
- anything else that comes to mind for you
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- Take some time to fulfill that need.
After experimenting with this for several days, reflect on how this has impacted you. Hopefully this will be a small positive addition to your day that will help you to prioritize your health.