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Six Ways to Weave Self-Care into Your Workday
by Amy Jen Su
Quick Takes
- Realize you can be your own harshest critic
- Jot down key priorities each day
- Celebrate your successes
- Surround yourself with people who support you
- Make your workspace a reflection of your best self
- Stay attuned to your energy levels and recharge
I’ve spent the past few years working closely with leaders on incorporating self-care into their work lives—as a key component of their overall performance—so that an expansion in their role or responsibilities doesn’t come at the expense of their health and well-being. One CEO I worked with summed it up best when he said, “Self-care is no longer a luxury; it’s part of the job.”
So, what exactly is self-care, and how do we ...
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