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Quiz: Do You Need to Spend More Time and Energy on Self-Care?

Self-care is your ability to meet your basic needs for nourishment, shelter, health, and safety. Self-care also includes your strategies for taking care of your mental and emotional well-being. Are you doing a good job at self-care?

Check off everything you do to take care of yourself:

1. I focus on the positives about myself.

2. I eat fruit and vegetables every day.

3. I walk or exercise at least 20 minutes each day.

4. I go to a doctor for check-ups and/or preventative health care.

5. I brush my teeth every day.

6. I have a hobby that I enjoy doing.

7. I play a sport.

8. I take vacations from work when I can.

9. I don't go to work when I'm sick.

10. I say "no" to things I don't want to do.

11. I ask for help when I need it.

12. I am involved in my community.

13. I spend time with people who care about me.

14. I have an emergency contact person.

15. I have a safe place to live.

16. I keep my living space clean.

17. I save money each month.

18. I spend time in nature at least once per week.

19. I use relaxation strategies like meditation, yoga, or guided imagery to focus my mind.

20. I get at least eight hours of uninterrupted sleep each day.

21. When/if I'm sexually active, I practice safe sex.

22. I drink at least four glasses of water every day.

23. I make it a point to seek out sunshine or daylight when time allows.

24. I wash my body at least once every few days.

25. I learn something new every day.

26. I make time for laughter or entertainment.

27. I forgive myself when I make mistakes.

28. I use my creativity each week.

29. I avoid tobacco and other products containing nicotine.

30. I sometimes get massage, acupuncture, chiropractic, or other types of therapies to support my health.

31. I do not sit in one place for more than two hours at a time without moving or stretching.

32. I listen to music, watch videos, or read content that gives me positive feelings.

33. I do not check or respond to work email during off hours.

34. I spend time with animals each month.

35. I practice deep breathing.

36. I have a sense of life purpose and/or a sense of spirituality.

37. I go to the doctor or dentist when I'm having health or dental concerns.

38. I let go of things I cannot change.

39. I take a meal break from work each day.

40. I go to a mental health professional when I'm having mental or emotional concerns.

Time's up

 

Last Updated: 09-23-2015