SELF CARE STRATEGIES

Find an activity that you enjoy. Here are some suggestions below:

• Take a walk outside, go for a run, get out for a hike
• Take a yoga class, zumba, or kick boxing class
• Think about something or someone you are grateful for in your life
• Listen to music or watch your favorite movie
• Say thank you to someone who has helped you recently
• Plan a lunch date with a friend or family member
• Take a day off from social media and the Internet
• Wake up a little earlier and enjoy your a morning cup of tea or coffee before the morning rush
• Take a hot shower or bath
• Volunteer
• Start a project you have been wanting to do
• Sit with your emotions and allow yourself to feel and accept them without apology
• Write down 5 things that are bothering you and then literally throw them away
• Take the time to find 3 beautiful things during your daily routine
• Take a nap
• Meditate–The Whole U Meditation Series is a great place to start
• Reach out D2C, Crisis Text Line, CareLink, or SafeCampus