Self Care

At its most basic, self-care is simply identifying needs or desires and then taking steps - no matter how small - to meet those needs. This can range from something as quick and simple as a shower or drinking a glass of water, to more complex tasks, such as cooking and eating a meal or engaging in exercise.

Creating a routine for ourselves that includes Self Care can be a powerful tool in helping us to maintain our wellbeing and can prevent our mental wellbeing from deteriorating. 

This area will explore some ideas around self care and encourage you to come up with your own self care plan. 

A Guide to Self Care

Christina Morris, Senior Wellbeing Coordinator, has put together a really helpful guide about self-care. It is easy to use and has ideas you may not have thought of. We talk about self-care often but we don’t always follow it through in a meaningful way. Give yourself the challenge of carrying out self-care every week without fail as an act of kindness to you.

• Guide to Self Care

Resources

We all enjoy different things but it is important to try new things and explore them so we know what works for us. Here you will find links to websites and more to give you some new ideas. 

Here is an article exploring the best podcasts for wellbeing. Why not settle down with a nice cup of tea in a comfy spot and have a listen. https://www.calmmoment.com/wellbeing/11-best-podcasts-for-wellbeing/   

Why not visit CHATTERPACKS blog with an interesting list of different things to do from activities, to free online courses there is definitely something to feed everyone's joy. https://chatterpack.net/blogs/blog/list-of-online-resources-for-anyone-who-is-isolated-at-home 

Guided Meditation

Guided meditation can help you to disconnect from the rush and worries of life, helping you to slow your mind and body, and leaving you calmer when tackling new challenges. The University Chaplain, Gill Smart shared this piece with us. Find a quiet space and tune in.

• If you prefer, you can also read the transcript here!