To everyone that is diligently working either as a student, an apprentice, a teacher, civil servant, trader, entrepreneur, or be it any (legal) job or work, I salute you.
It is very good to be hardworking. You go here and there just to work from morning till night to accomplish your goals. With all these, taking care of yourself can be sometimes tricky especially if you have a lot on your plate. However, with having a good plan of your activities will help you create a me-time for yourself.
Self- care will help you in all areas of life; physically, spiritually, financially, mentally, socially and so on. It is when you are healthy that you will think about improving in all aspects. All one will think of during sickness is how one will get well soon.
Therefore, in all your labour; eat, drink and find enjoyment in it. Eating good food is very important. The food you eat will help you keep your mind and body in your work. There is a Yoruba adage that says “ okun inú la fÃn gbé tita” ( your inner strength given by the food you eat will help you to carry out your daily activities.). The body has its own way of telling you that it needs food. Sometimes your mind will want to work but your body is saying NO because of hunger. Instead of stopping for fast food or grabbing a quick snack all the time, you can take time to make yourself a nice meal. So I implore you, apart from the time you are fasting, please, make sure you always take care of yourself by eating good food.
Also, after a stressful day, make sure you get enough sleep. You can as well ease off your stress by resting and relaxing, watching your favourite TV show, taking a bath, reading, or doing any of your hobbies. Always try to do something you enjoy.
A 2019 study found out that student nurses may neglect their own health needs while training to look after others. The fact that you are medically inclined does not mean you always take good care of yourself. For this kind of category, you have to be very much conscious of your well-being especially health-wise.
There is this kind of feeling- the feeling of joy that you have whenever you buy something new for yourself especially if it is from your income. For instance, buying a new cloth for yourself will help in building your confidence and self-esteem.
Self-care is essential for a healthy, happy and impactful life. Remember that taking care of yourself can help you live longer. Take care of yourself for yourself.
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