“ For some people , this may be getting a babysitter or asking a friend to help out ,” she said . The YMCA also has family nights out where kids can stay while parents can take a few hours to practice self care .
“ Kids learn by example ,” she said . “ If you don ’ t take care of yourself , then you ’ re teaching your kids that it ’ s not okay for them to take care of themselves .”
Self care for mental health
When it comes to getting through the winter months , Dr . Laura Fredendall , clinical psychologist with Murphy Urban & Associates , believes mindset and taking action are the keys to self care .
“ There is so much we can do to change our day , on a dayto-day basis ,” Fredendall said . “ Many individuals struggle from depression and anxiety during winter months , as well as the seasonal affective effect , and there is a lot you can do to help yourself .”
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