Taking care of
yourself and prioritizing you is not an act of egoism, but one of self-esteem
and selfcare. These are two fundamental pillars of a balanced life. Do you know
why it is so important to have some time for you and your physical and
emotional well-being?
Selfcare as the
base of well-being
We usually
underestimate how important selfcare is. Selfcare is not just going to the gym
or following a good diet, but also, it is having time for yourself to relax and
rest. Knowing when you need to switch off is important.
Mental health is
also fundamental. As we try to meet other’s expectations, it is possible to lose
sight of our own emotional priorities. Mental selfcare includes activities like
meditation, yoga, reading, writing or simply spending some time alone.
Avoid stress and
exhaustion.
Lacking selfcare
often results in physical and emotional exhaustion, which in the long term, can
cause chronic stress. Long-term stress can weaken the immune system, make us lose
focus or even affect our cardiovascular health. Dedicating time to oneself, to
rest and to do something that recharges us, is a key factor to prevent those
negative effects.
Furthermore,
when exhausted or stressed, our decision-making capacity or even our ability to
take care of others decreases. If we don’t get ahead of it, we’ll end up
exhausted and not being able to be as effective in our relationships or
responsibilities.
It is true that
love and empathy for others are essential to our relationships. But it is also
important to remember that sometimes it is difficult to give the best out of
ourselves when we are not at ease with oneself. When you prioritise and care
for yourself, you can give others your best.
Build your
self-esteem and trust in yourself.
Feeling at ease
with ourselves and taking care of our mind and body help us become more
resilient against adversities. Self-worth increases the ability to confront
challenges and going on.
In addition, when
we prioritise ourselves, we create positive habits that allows us to live a
more conscious and fulfilling life, enjoying every moment without the pressure
from other’s expectations.
How to start
prioritising yourself
Thinking in
yourself is also health. Caring for yourself and prioritising you is not a
luxury, but a necessity for a healthy life.
