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How You Can Truly Embrace Self-Care With Intention

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Self-care is one of those things that everyone talks about but not everyone actually does, at least not with real intention anyway. Sure, you might throw on a face mask while binge-watching Netflix or take a bubble bath with your phone propped up on the edge of the tub. But let’s be real for a second. Are you really caring for yourself, or are you just going through the motions because social media told you that’s what self-care looks like?

Self-care isn’t just about slapping on some skincare and calling it a day. It’s about being intentional with how you take care of yourself mentally, physically, and emotionally. You need to be checking in with yourself and actually listening to what your mind and body need instead of defaulting to what’s easy or trendy. And trust me, when you start treating self-care like a necessity instead of a luxury, things start shifting in a big way.

What is True Self-Care?

Firstly, let’s talk about the difference between surface-level self-care and the kind of self-care that actually does something for you.

Surface-level self-care is the stuff that looks good on Instagram. It’s the overpriced matcha latte with aesthetically pleasing foam art. It’s the perfectly curated “self-care Sunday” post where everything is color-coordinated, and there’s a candle burning in the background. And hey, that stuff is fine! Sometimes a fancy drink or a cozy aesthetic really does make you feel good. But if you stop there, you’re missing the point.

Real self-care? That’s the stuff that actually serves you. It’s making sure you’re getting enough sleep, even when you’d rather stay up scrolling TikTok for another hour. It’s setting boundaries and learning how to say no without feeling guilty. It’s making time for movement, even if it’s just stretching for five minutes in the morning. It’s fueling your body with things that actually nourish you instead of just giving you a quick dopamine hit.

See the difference? One is about looking like you’re taking care of yourself, and the other is about actually taking care of yourself.

Make Self-Care a Daily Habit

So, how do you make self-care more intentional? Well, for starters, you actually have to think about what you need. And no, I don’t mean what you want in the moment. I mean what you truly need to feel better long-term.

For example, if you’re feeling overwhelmed and drained, you might think that what you need is to zone out with a comfort show for the fifth time this week. But maybe what your body actually needs is a real break like a walk outside, some deep breaths, or even just a few moments of silence. Maybe what your mind needs is journaling, or venting to a friend, or taking a social media detox.

It all comes down to asking yourself, What is going to make me feel better tomorrow? instead of just What will make me feel better right this second? Because yeah, instant gratification feels great, but if you never address the root of the problem, you’ll just keep feeling like crap.

Why Your Body Deserves the Right Fuel

Listen, I love a good comfort meal as much as the next person. There is absolutely a time and place for pizza, ice cream, and whatever other foods make you happy. But if your entire diet is just a series of mood-boosting snacks and takeout orders, you’re gonna feel it. And not in a good way.

You don’t have to eat like a wellness influencer or swap out everything you love for green juice and kale salads. But being mindful of what you put in your body makes a difference. Drinking enough water? That’s self-care. Eating enough protein so you don’t feel sluggish all day? That’s self-care. Not letting yourself get so hungry that you turn into an irritable gremlin? Definitely self-care.

The key is balance. You don’t have to be perfect, but you do have to pay attention. Your body talks to you all the time, you just have to listen to it!

Get Extra Support with Supplements 

Sometimes, even when you’re doing all the “right” things, you still feel like you need a little extra help. That’s where supplements can come in. And no, I’m not talking about popping random pills just because they’re trending. I mean actually learning what your body is missing and giving it the support it needs.

For some people, that might be magnesium for better sleep. For others, it might be vitamin D because, let’s be real, most of us don’t get enough sunlight. And for some, it might be looking into things like Kratom Gummies to help with stress management or relaxation.

The important thing is to be intentional about it. Don’t just take something because a random influencer said it’s life-changing. Do your research, check in with your body, and figure out what actually works for you. Because at the end of the day, self-care is about what makes you feel good, not what’s trending in the wellness world.

Protect Your Peace by Setting Boundaries

Let’s talk about boundaries. If the word itself makes you uncomfortable, you probably need to set more of them.

Protecting your energy is a huge part of self-care, and it’s one that most people overlook. We’re so used to overcommitting, saying yes to things we don’t actually want to do, and dealing with people who drain us just because we feel obligated to. And then we wonder why we’re exhausted all the time.

Newsflash – you don’t owe anyone unlimited access to your time and energy. If something or someone is constantly leaving you drained, it’s okay to take a step back. It’s okay to say no without feeling like you need to explain yourself. It’s okay to choose peace over pleasing people.

This also means setting boundaries with yourself too, or freeing yourself from those that have held you. For example, maybe you want to get a tattoo, but still have your parent’s judgement in your mind even though you’re a free and able adult. It’s good to challenge those preconceptions, even if that’s tough to do. This might also extend to moving overseas, or talking to Meridian Plastic Surgery about a treatment, or perhaps just letting go of old friends who no longer add value and health to your life. This is a good way to restructure boundaries akin to the needs of you know, and there’s nothing wrong with it.

Because guess what? When you stop pouring all of your energy into things that don’t serve you, you have way more energy for the things that actually do.

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By: Michele Ross, PhD · In: Life · Tagged: self-care

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Dr. Michele Ross is a neuropharmacologist helping chronic pain patients with alternative medicine. She is the author of Kratom is Medicine, Vitamin Weed, CBD Oil For Health & Train Your Brain To Get Thin & the CEO of Infused Partners.

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