Day 12 - Self-Care Choose Your Own Adventure
Updated: Nov 22
How It Works
30-Day "Choose Your Own Adventure" Self-Care Challenge where each day you choose between nurturing your inner Gremlin (embracing chaos, fun, and breaking rules) and being your Higher Self (grounded, nurturing, and wise).
This balance will help you explore both sides of your self-care needs, from lighthearted fun to deeper reflection.
Day 12: Connect with Nature
Gremlin Choice:
Stomp in Mud Puddles If the weather’s right, go outside and get a little messy. Stomp in puddles, throw leaves in the air, or run around barefoot like a free-spirited gremlin.
Higher Self Choice:
Ground in Nature Take a slow, mindful walk through nature. Sit in the grass or under a tree and feel the earth beneath you. Connect with the calming, nurturing energy of the natural world.
What did you decide today?
What exactly is true self-care
True self-care goes beyond surface-level activities and is more about consistently meeting your genuine needs, setting boundaries, and taking steps toward your well-being in a deep and meaningful way.
More on:
Self-abandonment occurs when you neglect your own needs, feelings, and values in favor of pleasing others or conforming to external expectations.
Difficulty Setting Boundaries
Struggling to say "no" or establish healthy boundaries, leading to feelings of overwhelm and burnout.
We all know about boundaries against other people! But yes, boundaries against ourselves are a thing too. I know this one personally because I do it to myself. Sometimes you have to set boundaries against yourself. Stop volunteering for everything if you don't have the time. Or doing things that people aren't even asking you to do! That's a big one for me.
Counteracting self-abandonment is about strengthening your connection to yourself and honoring your needs. Here are some strategies to help rebuild self-trust, reconnect with your inner voice, and practice self-acceptance and support:
Strengthen Your Boundaries
Self-abandonment often stems from neglecting boundaries, so practicing saying no can be incredibly healing.
Start with small boundaries: say no to a minor request you don’t feel like fulfilling or delay a commitment until you’re sure you want to do it. This reinforces your right to protect your time and energy.
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