SUMMARY:
Being a social worker can be stressful. That’s why you need to schedule time for self care. The more you’re able to take care of yourself the better support you can be for your patients.
- Self-care isn’t what you buy or where you go. It refers to the actions you take to support your physical, mental and emotional health.
- Self-care is a key part of your wellness routine because it’s one way to manage stress. Left unchecked, stress can wreak havoc in more ways than one.
- Keep reading for 19 self-care ideas that you can start today.