SELF-CARE FOR TEENS

The benefits of self-care include improved physical health, self-esteem boost, reduction in stress and anxiety, strengthening and protecting your mental health and can lead to stronger relationships. Self-care is unique to each individual and includes activities you enjoy.

Some self-care ideas include:

• Reading a book
• Going outside
• Going for a walk, run or hike
• Drinking water
• Taking a shower
• Writing in a journal
• Talking to a friend or family member
• Playing a game
• Eating a snack
• Take a nap or rest
• Draw or paint
• Listen to music or play an instrument
• Practice a mindfulness activity
• Do skincare
• Create a vision board
• Do a puzzle
• Go somewhere (ie the beach, meditate, play with a pet, unplug and turn your phone off
• Prioritize sleep as it is important to how you feel
• Visit the Virtual Wellness Room

Self-care is prioritizing time for yourself on a regular basis to relax or do something that takes care of you and helps improve your overall functioning.