FIND MORE ‘YOU’ TIME
Developing a Self-Care Routine
MAKE TIME FOR HOBBIES. Most people find themselves constantly juggling countless tasks and obligations. With so much to do, making time for your least favorite activities likely won’t happen; instead, do something you enjoy. After all, self-care is about you! Yoga, reading, journaling, jogging, and meditating are just a few ways to get in some “you time.” If you like it, do it! PLAN YOUR SELF-CARE TIME. Without adding self-care to your schedule, your healthy behaviors may get placed on the
Life isn’t easy — when juggling a career, family, children, social obligations, and housework, finding time for yourself can be difficult. Studies show that roughly 59% of individuals only make time for self-care after they’ve become stressed out. Here are some ways to develop a healthy routine that suits your busy life. BECOME INTENTIONAL. When developing a self-care ritual, it’s essential to identify your reasons behind taking better care of yourself and to pinpoint your needs. With a
clear vision and motive behind your efforts, developing healthy habits to nurture and incorporate into your everyday routine becomes easier. CREATE LARGE AND SMALL SELF- CARE OPTIONS. You don’t need to do the same self- care ritual all the time, but make it a point to do something for yourself every day. On busier days, you may only have a moment to take a few deep
back burner. Block off time for your favorite activities: Once it’s on your calendar, you’re more likely to work a routine into your day. KEEP IT SIMPLE. Complex rituals may create more stress or anxiety when you should be relaxing. Instead, keep it simple by focusing on relaxing, breathing, and recharging. Go
for a walk in the park, take a nap, get a massage, stretch, or take a few moments to do absolutely nothing. Simplicity is the key.
breaths and mentally reset, but on other days, you may have time for a relaxing bath, massage, workout, or pedicure.
PATIENT TESTIMONIALS Getting Confidence Back
“I am much more active and without pain. I was having stiffness and a lot of pain in my legs. They would hurt during the day and even while sleeping. I came to Kinetic and was assigned to Emery for therapy. After several weeks of treatment
“Thanks to Amanda, my lower back pain, which was so debilitating, is now gone. Amanda showed me exercises I can continue to do going forward to keep my back in good shape and she was so wonderful in showing me things I had been doing wrong — I am so grateful for her help.” –Diane Beverly
the stiffness was gone and the pain was very much improved. My walk is better and there is no more limping, I also have much better balance. Thank you Emery for your help. I appreciate all you have done to make me more active without pain. Thank you to Kinetic.” –Judy Trizzino
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