Self-Care: Turning the Idea into Actionable Reality

How can I practice self-care in a job environment where it seems that no one practices self-care? Where working long hours is a badge of honor?

How do you balance working from home with small kids

Whats your favorite part of your self care routine.

What are some great way to find motivation to focus on your goals when you are stressed?

Please talk about signs of distress that may help us identify those around us who are not expressing that they are struggling, but in fact are having a hard time. What are appropriate ways of...

Is physical self-care equally important as mental self-care?

Are you an early riser? It seems the only way to get anything done while working from home with small children is to get up at 0400. Any thoughts on how to be balanced while still getting a decent...

Pre-COVID I was doing well with self-care by scheduling in advance monthly massages and pedicures. But now I'm not comfortable doing those things indoors and haven't found a replacement for them....

Was it hard finding female employees with technical skills?

I have a hard time fitting everything into my week (grocery shopping, cooking, washing dishes, laundry, exercise, home/yard care) while working a full time job. What tips do you have for keeping...

How did you manage through the transition of working while starting a new business in addition to all the other things you needed to do. Assuming you don’t have a nanny or much family to help with kids

When did you realize that it was time to start your own business?

I believe I know WHAT to do to take care of myself in these trying times, but I simply DON'T do them! How can I get past the malaise?

I feel like I am always needed: kids, elderly mom, work, housecare, etc. I am getting better at setting boundaries but I AM TIRED. If I do take the time for self-care, the responsibilities pile...

How do u find what motivates u

I have more energy and focus in the morning. I find it's a great time for organizing. But early morning is also the recommended time for exercising, meditating, journaling, and a host of other...

What does it mean to prioritize self-care and reduce stress when things are objectively incredibly difficult and stressful, such as during a pandemic when people are dealing with work, kids,...

I find it difficult to shut off my brain after-hours -- I struggle with still trying to solve challenges from my day, long in the night, and my brain isn't getting a break. What kind of tips and...

Do you think it is time to re-think the term 'work-life balance' in the age of Work From Home, or just in general? What are your thoughts on phrasing it as a 'balance' between two separate things.

I don't even think about self-care and I am getting so tired. I would love to hear ideas about how I might put together self-care for myself.

The difference/line between self care and self indulgence? I would like to define this so that I can work with myself on guilt.

A lot of our usual coping mechanisms are gone: in-person friendships, meet-ups, therapy, go-to places, travel, etc. There are digital versions, of course, which are great, but can you help us find...

How to maintain through the marathon of work/life

Are there actionable steps you can take to implement your self care plan when you are trying to overcome depression at the same time?

How do you deal with the anxiety of job search in this job market?

How does one find a time and mental space for self care when your work/life balance has meshed during this time?

Usually its a long term commitment process in which results can be seen after months and months of practice, dedication and commitment. In which scenario pushing oneself for these long term...

What's your most effective strategy for fitting self-care into a busy schedule?

How do you get over any feelings of guilt you might have when taking time to recharge for yourself?

Besides meditation, yoga, and journaling what do you do to relieve anxiety?

What are some tactics you found helpful when working on personal goals (ie blogs, professional development, networking, marketing yourself) outside of work? How do you navigate those guilty...

How do you find ways to actually recharge rather than buying into the need to buying into the self-care industry.