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What Does Self-Care Look Like?
There are many ways to care for your whole self, some of which support more than one area of well-being. Yoga, for example, can meet the physical, emotional and spiritual self simultaneously. Experiment with different self-care tools to create a menu of useful options from which to choose, depending on the day or moment.
Physical Emotional
Do aerobic( walking, biking) or weight-bearing( pushups, squats) exercise
Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet and drink plenty of water
Prioritize good sleep hygiene practices
Schedule regular medical check-ups and visits
Engage in a mind-body practice like meditation, yoga or Tai Chi
Connect with a close friend Attend a support group
Seek counseling and take mental health medication, if needed
Take a warm bath
Secure respite care to disconnect from Parkinson’ s for a few days
Mental Spiritual
Learn a new skill Journal Practice a hobby Read( or listen to) a book
Do a jigsaw puzzle or play a board game with others
Attend a religious service Spend time in nature Practice meditation or mindfulness Read spiritual or religious texts Volunteer to help others
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