I just wanted to take a moment to make sure you continue prioritizing your Health + Happiness. With Phase 3 of BC's Restart Plan now in full swing I just wanted to provide you guys with some tips for self-care that I've personally found useful during these past few months:
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Get your sleep! Having a consistent sleep schedule is crucial for your mental health, you gotta help your brain and body bring out your best self by getting proper rest. I personally use the bedtime app which can be found in your clock settings on all iPhones. It's a great way to track your sleep and keep your sleep schedule consistent.
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Have a productive morning routine. "Your strength is in your routine." Find something that makes you happy and make time for yourself first. Whether it's getting your daily exercise, having a cup of tea, doing some light reading or journaling, a consistent start to your day will help you maintain a semblance of normalcy and set you up for a successful day. Personally, I like to exercise and get my heart rate up first thing in the morning. This gives me a sense of accomplishment to begin my day and allows me to clear my mind so I can mentally be at my best.
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Set limits to your screen time. With 24-hour news cycles it can be extremely difficult to keep our eyes away from our screens. Find a healthy limit for yourself that lets you stay informed and not get overwhelmed, There are settings on most phones to track and monitor this.
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Express gratitude. Learn to appreciate the small things in life. Write down a list of things that you are grateful for. Your list can include anything from having a bed to sleep in to a dear friend. This is a great way to remind yourself of all of life's beautiful blessings that we sometimes take for granted.
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Stay connected to friends and family. Whether on the phone, through FaceTime, or in a socially-distanced setting, make sure to stay connected to the people who lift up your spirits, and be such a presence for them as well.
- Make a to-do list. Make a list of tasks small and large to work towards and accomplish, everything from cleaning out that supply closet to planning that post-covid party, feeling productive and accomplished is key!