Mental Health Coalition for Women & Families

A book titled Mental Health is Mental Wealth: A Guide to Self-Care by the author Million Heir-Williams provides multiple tips for self-care. The definition of Self-Care as a noun is:

• The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one’s health.
• The practice of taking an active role in protecting one’s well-being and happiness during periods of stress.

Expressing Oneself is an Essential Form of Self-Care.

Self-care means taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve your physical and mental health. Regarding your mental health, self-care can help you manage stress, lower your risk of illness, and increase your energy.
National Institute of Mental Health (.gov).
Factors that affect your health and longevity are:
Behavior is approximately 53%
Environment is approximately 21%
Healthcare is approximately 10%
And Genetics is approximately 16%

Dimensions of Wellness

1. Physical
2. Emotional
3. Social
4. Environment
5. Occupational
6. Spiritual
7. Financial

Self-Care Affirmations, taken from The. MILLION. HEIR MINDSET

• I will integrate a wellness plan into my daily lifestyle.
• I commit to taking care of my heart, mind & body.
• If I’m not mentally checked in, then who will?
• I will rest my thoughts…Some things can wait.
• I will laugh more often.
• I permit myself to say no.
• What I eat will affect my mind, body, and soul.
• Emotional toxicity is detrimental to my health.
• I will practice mindfulness.
• Living on automatic pilot can take a toll on me.
• I will present the best version of me, myself, and I.
• I will assess and evaluate my thoughts and emotions because I matter.

Recommended book list:

Burnout & Self-Care in Social Work by Sarakay Smullens

Practicing Mindfulness by Matthew Sockolov.

To Weep for a Stranger:

Compassion Fatigue in Caregiving by Patricia Smith

Eat Drink and Be healthy by Walter C. Willett, MD

13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do by Amy Morinn

Hidden Blessings:

Midlife Crisis as A Spiritual Awakening by Jett Psaris

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