17 There’s No “Right” Way to Do Self-Care
by Alyssa F. Westring
There’s no shortage of advice touting the importance of self-care. We’re being told to meditate, take long baths, and purchase new and expensive products. Though this advice is well-intentioned, it rarely gets to the heart of why so many of us struggle to nurture our mental and physical health.
As a researcher, teacher, and career coach, I’ve been studying this issue for nearly two decades. On a daily basis, I hear from people who want to take better care of themselves but can’t seem to find the time. It always falls to the bottom of their to-do lists—after they fulfill their responsibilities to their bosses, colleagues, families, and friends.
Finding time for self-care can ...
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