Caring for others can take a toll on our emotional and physical well-being. Juggling the responsibilities of caregiving and personal life can be overwhelming. In this blog we share different tips and ideas, some may work for you and others may not. Discovering the self-care practices that resonate with you requires some experimentation. Start small. A few minutes a day of self-care can make a big difference, once you feel that difference you will be motivated to do more. We hope this helps you find some relief!
When was the last time you truly dedicated some time to yourself? We all have a never-ending list of things to do, so finding time for solitude can be a challenging task, especially when many of us have been taught to feel guilty about making time for our own needs.
We are able to serve those we love and our clients best when our own “cup is full”. This means giving ourselves some of the care that we regularly give to others. There’s nothing wrong with having some time to yourself. Here are some ideas to get you started.
💡Try these ideas out:
💡Take a moment for yourself, this could be sitting down, standing up, inside, outside, you can do this anywhere. The important thing is that it’s a place where you can peacefully take a moment for yourself. Once you’re there, take 3 deep breaths. As you breathe in deep and fill your belly with air, pay attention to how it feels to fill your lungs and chest with air. Hold for 3 seconds and breathe out nice and slow. Repeat as many times as you need.
💡Try this stretch out: Breathe in as you reach your arms up to the ceiling and lift your toes, extending your body as much as you can. When you’ve gone as far as you can, hold your position and your breath for just a few moments. When you're ready, release the stretch and breathe out slowly. Then shake it out! Shake and wiggle your whole body to release some tension. If you have time you can follow that with neck rolls, start going in one direction, roll for a good 30 seconds and switch sides. How did that feel?!
Caregiving often takes place in the isolation of your clients’ homes, and it can be lonely work. If you ever find yourself feeling isolated, then it’s time to create connections with people who can truly empathize and relate to your experiences. There are many ways to connect with people, as you read through these suggestions, think of what you need.
Our team at Courage Homecare Cooperative, LLC understands the importance of receiving support in caregiving, as we are caregivers ourselves. We take great pride in being member owners of our esteemed home care business, where we prioritize creating a supportive environment that allows us to thrive in our careers. We are always available to assist you in any way we can and our doors are always open.
If you’re interested in learning more about us, give us a call.