April is Sexual Assault Awareness month. Take a moment today, every day, and ask what you are doing to take care of yourself.

Self-Care Can Look Like:

(First 7 taken from Mental Health Awareness & Positive Mental Health FB page)

Saying “No”

Setting boundaries

Asking for what you need

Taking a step back

Spending time alone

Putting yourself first

Asking for help

Going for a slow walk in the sun – to breathe and get Vitamin D – not to exercise

Listen to relaxing music

Praying

Doing a relaxing craft or making something with a result that leaves you fulfilled

Not pushing yourself to the limit

Getting a massage

Reach out to others if you need to

If you journal reread it and notice the positive changes and progress you’ve made – and yes they are there! It helps to tab these and go back to them often.

Take care of yourself and remember you are not alone.

Feel free to add your own to the comments section.

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