Some things to consider when self-care is so important when we feel empty:
1. Taking care of ourselves physically and mentally helps us to have more energy, focus, and motivation.
2. It’s essential to give ourselves time and space to relax and de-stress. Quieting the mind and body helps us access our intuition, which can lead us to new solutions or ideas for how we can improve our state of affairs.
3. Practicing self-care regularly also enables us to better cope with difficult life experiences – especially if we allow ourselves time to rebuild after a tough hit. Being resilient means that we can get through difficult challenges instead of succumbing to them (and feeling even worse).
4. Self-care gives us perspective – it reminds us that there are people out there who care about us, who want the best for us. This support system can be really helpful in times of stress or depression, when we might feel