Dispelling Self Care Myths

One of my missions at Essential Esthetics by Zoey is to teach self care, while following it myself. The definition of self care on Google is:

“The practice of taking an active role in protecting one’s own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.”

My definition of self care is to do things and to be in places that keep your body and mind happy and peaceful. This doesn’t mean eliminating stress, but what it does mean is that when those stressful moments come, you’ll be better equipped to deal with those stressors.

I talk about self care a lot … but what I want you to know is that I don’t just talk about it. I DO it! I’m not going to ask any client to do something that I, myself, am not doing.

Today I’m going to dispel 3 self care myths.

#1 - I can’t afford self care.

Self care does not have to be something you buy. You can read, go on a walk, do yoga, meditate, etc. Find activities, places and things that make you feel good and then be intentional about doing them. Let me suggest that you cannot afford NOT to do self care.

#2 - Self care is for ‘older’ people.

Self care knows no age. I recently had a client tell me that she wished someone had shared self care with her in her 20s. Building a great physique doesn’t happen overnight, but it also happens by taking that first action step. Start today.

#3 - Self care is selfish.

This one hits me right at the core. I hear it all the time. Adults that will do anything for their kids, but nothing for themselves. You can give more of yourself if there’s more to give. Let’s recharge your battery. Start this very moment taking care of yourself so that you can take better care of those around you.

I hope you will evaluate what you can do a little better. Don’t wait for big, giant moments or times that are stressful. Small, daily and weekly actions will keep you happy and healthy!

Don’t forget to

Breathe. Let Go. Relax,

Zoey Jolley, LE