Life/ Nurturing your body in your self-care regimen

Body care is important in your self-care regimen, because without our body functioning at full capacity we lack a healthy quality of life. Last week we discussed the mind and it's importance to our self-care regimen HERE. This brings us to the body. Below I am sharing ways of nurturing your body and practical steps to ensure a healthy quality of life. 

Caring for your body mentally

• Having a healthy self image at whatever stage you are in on your healthy lifestyle journey is important. It doesn't matter how others view you when you have a healthy self image. Be careful what you say to yourself and remember you have the power to be the best version of you. Healthy should be the ultimate goal to achieve. So mentally work on how you see yourself.
• Speak positively to your self, speak positive affirmations and words of love and optimism.
• Make up your mind that you will be the best version of you. Don't compare your body to anyone else's because your's is unique and beautiful, so concentrate on being your best you.

Caring for your body's health

• Make sure you're getting regular check ups with your doctors (eyes, dental, primary, gynecology, and any specialists needed)
• Exercise to improve health and wellness. Have a mindset of maintenance and not crisis care. Always be mindful to seek counsel from a health care professional when starting a exercise regimen, and know your limitations and move forward accordingly.
• Eat a proper diet of things your bodies need. Eat a diet high in lean protein, fiber, vegetables, fruits and whole grains.
• Learn what works well for your body, and that takes intentional focus on your food intake and exercise plan is.
• Rest, Rest, Rest. Get proper rest, become familiar with your body and know when to sit it down. Be mindful of the amount of sleep you need per night to have optimal performance from you body and mind.

Caring for your appearance

• Take care of your personal hygiene overall (hair, teeth, body parts etc.)
• Buy and wear clothes that you love, and are comfortable, and work well for you.
• Take care of toe nails and fingernail maintenance.
• Keep your hair clean and cared for, and wear styles that promote your kind of beautiful and confidence.