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It’s not something that is given, it’s something that is worked for. It’s time to take your health into your own hands, and while achieving health seems like a daunting task, it’s really all about self-care.
As our lives go on and we get wrapped up in the chaos, prioritizing self-care becomes increasingly important. Yet what is self-care to you?
The concept of self-care is about empowering individuals, families and communities to practice healthy habits, prevent disease and cope with illness or disability to achieve optimum health. It could be improving literacy, to cutting your nails – anything that betters YOU.
When I think of self-care, I think of things that I do on a regular basis to improve health. While I wish I could say I workout daily, I’m happy with my 3-4 times per week. I am also mindful that sleep is crucial, as is taking my daily vitamins.
When something just isn’t right and I know ‘a fix’ isn’t in my scope, I look to a medical professional. I also recognize the importance of downtime, slowing life down and making time to enjoy life’s moments. Dry flaky skin isn’t healthy and is downright uncomfortable, so I moisturize daily whether that sun is hot or the air is winter dry. As you can see, self-care is endless from the small everyday TLC to the big tasks.
Bayer, a global health products leader, is working to educate consumers on how Better Self-care for a Better Life can make a difference in quality of life, while improving healthcare sustainability. Taking better care of ourselves by utilizing the products available to us not only helps Canadians lead healthier lives, it also alleviates strain on our healthcare system. Making a commitment to practice self-care has so many benefits.
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Coppertone is a protective barrier, ensuring harmful outside rays aren’t damaging your skin. Caring for skin is an all-ages and daily task, and of top importance in health.
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Self-Care Day on July 24th … get it? it’s on 7/24 and that’s exactly how often you should be doing a self-care task? Daily!
I challenge you to be mindful of self-care each and everyday, and in some way that betters you. To help get you started, Bayer has created a self-care calendar with one tip for each day of the month.
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This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label.
Glogirl says
07/20/2018 at 2:48 pmTo me self-care is taking care of myself in all aspects: physical, mental and spiritual. For my physical health for example, I like to take vitamins daily to keep myself as healthy as possible.
Glogirl says
07/20/2018 at 2:49 pmI commented on this Instagram post as glogirl31 ~ https://www.instagram.com/p/BlbO3_vhFBq/?taken-by=mychaos
linda says
07/20/2018 at 3:11 pmSelf-care to me means taking the time to take a break from the everyday to give back to yourself. Self-care = Self-love
Heidi Pawluk says
07/20/2018 at 4:25 pmSelfcare definitely means taking care of my mental, emotional and physical needs daily even if it means just for 15 minutes or whatever time one can afford. We need to take care of OURSELVES daily too
Victoria Ess says
07/21/2018 at 5:27 amI practice self-care by going to the gym regularly.
Nicole S says
07/21/2018 at 6:28 amFor me self care is taking a little me time. Getting my workout in.
Florence Cochrane says
07/21/2018 at 6:38 amSelf care means living a healthy life style by eating right, exercising and possible thinking.
Charlene Wakefield says
07/21/2018 at 6:56 amSelf care to me is taking lots of walks on the beach with my pup
wendy hutton says
07/21/2018 at 8:00 amselfcare to me is taking time to be alone do something peaceful like a walk in the park or just reading a book
Allie Futterer says
07/21/2018 at 8:11 amFor me, self care is yoga, hikes, time with friends, movies, and dining out!
Lindsay T says
07/21/2018 at 1:02 pmSelf care means doing something for myself! I enjoy things like massages, hot tea & playing cards with my neighbours.
Debbie White Beattie says
07/21/2018 at 1:29 pmMy self care is walking the dog at my favorite places and reading books is my total guilty pleasure but without the guilt. Lol
Linda Svarovsky says
07/21/2018 at 3:45 pmSelf care to me means taking time to meditate daily
Cheryl Grandy says
07/21/2018 at 4:13 pmcherylgrandy commented on https://www.instagram.com/p/BlbO3_vhFBq/?taken-by=mychaos
Cheryl Grandy says
07/21/2018 at 4:21 pmFor me, selfcare is taking some time for myself everyday – to read or watch TV, and relax.
nicky says
07/21/2018 at 8:12 pmI practice self-care by taking the time to enjoy a nice cuppa tea and reading the paper 🙂
Cheryl Grandy says
07/22/2018 at 9:27 amI commented on your instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/BlQ4kCzhX5I/ (cherylgrandy)
Janet Meisner says
07/22/2018 at 10:14 amSelf care means keeping up to date with medical and personal care and taking time to exercise and eat well.
Julie-Lynne McCann says
07/22/2018 at 2:48 pmTaking care of “YOURSELF” body, mind and soul!
Julie F says
07/22/2018 at 2:59 pmSelf care to me means taking time each day to relax and enjoy myself!
Stephanie says
07/22/2018 at 4:26 pmI practice self care by treating myself to a mani/pedi or do something relaxing like reading a book and taking a long bath
Nicole W. says
07/22/2018 at 7:36 pmSelf-care to me involves taking dance classes twice a week! It’s a nice escape from my worries, responsibilities, and 9 month old baby!
ivy pluchinsky says
07/22/2018 at 8:59 pmSelf care means taking care of yourself and finding time for yourself.
Kristi F says
07/22/2018 at 9:09 pmMy self-care is taking some time out after dinner each evening to walk my dog and spend some time in nature.
Diane To says
07/23/2018 at 8:57 amself care means taking care of yourself on the daily such as going on a run or eating healthy!
Marlene J says
07/23/2018 at 9:00 amI take a nice hot bubble bath, a glass of wine, some music on, candles & relax.
Lester C says
07/23/2018 at 10:01 amSelf care is taking care of your body and mind such as thinking positively and exercising.
Carole D says
07/23/2018 at 11:31 amTaking care of myself, by eating well and exercising. I love going for walk and aquafit.
kathy downey says
07/23/2018 at 11:41 amSelf-care to me is exercise,healthy food choices and enjoy positive people!
Cheryl Grandy says
07/23/2018 at 11:50 amI commented on this instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/BllJa0KBgL-/?taken-by=mychaos (cherylgrandy)
Erin N says
07/23/2018 at 12:12 pmSelf care to me is taking a little time just for myself! I try to do it everyday, things like taking a walk, reading a book, doing my nails, etc. It is so important!
Jonnie says
07/23/2018 at 4:58 pmFor me, self care is taking time to de-stress and do what makes you feel good. My favorite way to do this is to listen to music because it’s my biggest de-stressor and always changes my mood.
louise says
07/23/2018 at 9:30 pmits important to have self care, if its either going for a work or taking a bubble bath. everyone needs to destress
louise says
07/23/2018 at 9:37 pmhttps://www.instagram.com/p/BlbO3_vhFBq/?taken-by=mychaos
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Soozle says
07/24/2018 at 8:08 amTo me, SELF CARE means mental, physical and emotional well being and nurturing. It can be working out for your health and taking some me time soaking in the bath to unwind mentally. It’s taking care of yourself in so many aspects!
Judy Cowan says
07/24/2018 at 9:05 amSelf care means taking a few minutes out of everyday for me to relax and refocus.
Ali P says
07/24/2018 at 10:58 amSelf care is taking care of yourself whether it’s physical, mental, or emotional.
caroline m. says
07/24/2018 at 11:17 amI practice self-care by making sure to have at least some down time for myself even though I have 2 young kids and a busy life @MyChaos #SelfCareDay
Monique L.S. says
07/24/2018 at 11:54 amCommented on IG — https://www.instagram.com/p/BlMJBdLBIZL/?taken-by=mychaos
Monique L.S. says
07/24/2018 at 11:57 amSelf-care for me is being able to say to others that you need time to take care of your own needs and wants.
Jess says
07/24/2018 at 4:16 pmI believe self care to me should be taking care of your physical health and your mental health!
Heather Sibley says
07/24/2018 at 5:04 pmSelf care to me is taking time to meditate and practice deep breathing
Pam says
07/24/2018 at 11:43 pmself care for me is taking time for myself every day:
reading, relaxing, getting into nature, yoga etc.
Lynne M says
07/25/2018 at 10:13 amI like to go for a walk and read
Cheryl Grandy says
07/25/2018 at 10:49 amI commented on https://www.instagram.com/p/BlqG6M1hqgD/?taken-by=mychaos (cherylgrandy).
Calvin says
07/25/2018 at 4:15 pmSelf care is doing something that benefits one’s well being. I think it’d be their favorite hobby, or paying more attention to themselves and their health in general.
Kristy R says
07/25/2018 at 5:26 pmSelf-Care is taking a bit of time each day to do something just for yourself. It can be as simple as washing your face or taking a multi-vitamin.
Ira says
07/26/2018 at 10:20 amTaking a nap! 🙂
Cheryl Grandy says
07/26/2018 at 12:26 pmcommented: https://www.instagram.com/p/BlMJBdLBIZL/?taken-by=mychaos (cherylgrandy)
Lori L says
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Alex S. says
07/27/2018 at 5:28 amFor me self-care involves taking some time out in nature to de stress a little.
Amy Heffernan says
07/27/2018 at 6:17 amTo me self care means time to myself!
Clare O'Brien says
07/27/2018 at 7:52 amTo me, self-care is taking out time for yourself during the day to do things that you love and that relax you!
Carol M says
07/27/2018 at 8:14 amSelf care means taking time out for yourself.
Heather Arnould says
07/27/2018 at 9:22 amSelf-care is carving out an hour a day from my busy schedule to go for a walk or to sip a cup oftea with a good book in my hands.
Heather Swanson says
07/27/2018 at 9:58 amEating healthy & drinking lot of water.
JUDY hunting says
07/27/2018 at 12:50 pmSelf care for me is making time for myself to destress and relax. Never pushing over my limit
Edith Rennes says
07/27/2018 at 1:40 pmSelf care means eating nutritious foods
Anne Derkat says
07/27/2018 at 1:43 pmSelf care means taking care of myself physically so I have the energy to do all the other tings that need doing.
Deb Philippon says
07/27/2018 at 2:52 pmSelf care means making the time to put forward the best me I can be – physically, mentally and emotionally.
LILLIAN BROWN says
07/27/2018 at 3:55 pmI practice self care by attending chair yoga classes and feel so much better after a class.
Cheryl Grandy says
07/27/2018 at 6:02 pmcherylgrandy commented on this instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk0r8axhm_R/?taken-by=mychaos
Maria says
07/27/2018 at 6:08 pmTo me #selfCare is taking care of my mind and body so that I can take care of those I love
Wanda B says
07/27/2018 at 6:22 pmSelf-care means long walks every morning to fill my lungs with fresh air.
Monique L.S. says
07/27/2018 at 9:06 pmCommented on IG, waterfall picture — https://www.instagram.com/p/Bi-P-shAUdY/?taken-by=mychaos
Cheryl Grandy says
07/27/2018 at 10:03 pmI commented on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bki2ls-h_s_/?taken-by=mychaos (cherylgrandy)
Mike Gismondi says
07/27/2018 at 11:59 pmI like going for walks