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Self-Care
What is Self-Care?
Self-care is the practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress. It is an important part of a person's mental health, and according to the National Institute of Mental Illness (NAMI), consists of six elements:
- Physical
- Psychological
- Emotional
- Spiritual
- Social
- Professional
Parents
Below are several self-care resources for parents:
- Why Self-Care is Essential to Parenting (Child Mind Institute)
- Try These 8 Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress During the Coronavirus Pandemic (The Conversation)
- Mindfulness Exercises for Parents (Mindfulness Exercises)
- A Mindfulness Practice for Stressed-Out Parents (Mindful.org)
- 25 Simple Self-Care Tools for Parents (Psychology Today)
Staff
Below are several self-care resources for educators:
- Self-Care for Teachers (Western Carolina University)
- Wellness & Self-Care (COVID-19 K-12 Counseling)
- How Teachers Can Navigate Difficult Emotions During School Closures (Greater Good, UC Berkeley)
- Stress Management for Educators (Greater Good, UC Berkeley)
- 7 Videos to Help Educators Practice Mindfulness & De-Stress (Aperature Ed)