How to Take Care of Yourself

A Guide for Women

• Take care of yourself, it will relieve some of your stress.
• Practice stress reduction techniques (exercise, relaxation, meditation, distraction)
• Learn to say no. This will actually make you a better caretaker, although perhaps less often and to less people.
• Caretaking more out of conscious choice has less resentment, is more genuine, and this is felt by the recipient.
• Remember letting people help themselves fosters their independence and personal growth.
• Learn and use self-empathy and self-nurturing techniques.
• Some women press caretaking on others.Pressuring someone to accept caretaking is more for the giver then the receiver. This is often experienced as control. (and it is)
• Work on getting to know and understand yourself better.
• Question yourself why you are trying so hard to be a caretaker.
• Try understanding and treating yourself with the same care you give to others.
• Allow yourself to say no, offer alternatives, or even avoid situations if you feel unable to say no.
• Plan for other activities where you routinely spend your time helping others.
• Recognize and allow your own feelings

Establishing a Beauty Routine 
Taking care of the outside of our body is just as important as taking care of the inside; it all goes hand in hand. Whether you create your own beauty routine or go to a salon and have one done by a professional it will do you good. It can relieve stress, boost your self-confidence, and give your face and body a healthy glow. The beauty routine you choose will consist of some of the other facts I've earlier, including eating healthy, exercise, and getting enough sleep.