| We all know we should take care of ourselves and take time for a little self TLC.
But how many times do we find ourselves at the end of the day exhausted, stressed out, and thinking about taking care of others instead? With so many demands competing for our attention, it’s easy to get lost and forget the needs of our body and mind. Self-care is defined as an activity that takes care of our mental, emotional and physical health. And research shows regular self-care can help reduce stress, increase happiness and improve overall well-being. If you don’t already have a regular routine of self-care activities, here are a few that will show yourself some love: Sleep Better Sleep is essential for good mental and physical health. It affects mood, energy levels, cognitive function and our ability to handle stress. According to the Mayo Clinic, adults need seven to nine hours of sleep every night. If you’re not getting enough sleep, try setting a goal to go to bed 30 minutes earlier. Live in the Present for Ten Minutes When was the last time you did absolutely nothing? Taking a few minutes a day to stop everything, take a deep breath and use all of your senses to focus on your current calm surroundings. Not only can this ten minutes help you relax and reduce stress but it will also increase happiness and change your life. Do Random Acts of Kindness Doing something for someone else is actually good for you. That’s because when we make a positive impact on someone’s life, it brings us feelings of joy and empowerment. Even something as simple as letting someone go ahead of you in line can dramatically improve a person’s day and yours. Get Some Rays Sunlight triggers your brain to release serotonin, a chemical that boosts your mood and makes you feel more calm and focused. In addition, sunshine also triggers your body to make Vitamin D which is important for strong healthy bones. So, when the sun is out, get out and about. Listen to Music Music is emotionally and physically stimulating. By listening to your favourite songs you can dramatically alter your mood. This is why many athletes listen to ‘pump-up’ songs before they perform. Find that great song you love, crank it up, and dance like a fool. You will be a much happier person. Do Something You Love Today Take a little bit of time out of your day to do something you love. Make yourself and what you enjoy a priority and put it in your calendar. Remember that you have the right to do something you love to do! Cook Yourself a Delicious Meal It doesn’t have to be anything fancy just something that gives you that warm, nostalgic, memorable experience. Cooking a delicious meal for yourself is linked to good sleep, lower inflammation, greater resilience to stress, better digestion, regulate blood sugar, lower anxiety, help you to look and feel healthier, boost your energy, stabilize your weight and mood. All that from just cooking something for yourself with love! A delicious meal you can cook with ease at home is the pork tenderloin. It is a tender cut of pork that will melt in your mouth! Your local Lococo’s has a fantastic sale on Pork Tenderloin for $3.99 / lb. And if you want a great tasting recipe try our: ZEG’s Grilled Mixed Meats with Vegetables Recipe. ZEG Sauces will give you and your pork tenderloin the TLC you deserve! Enjoy! Savour the Flavour! 🐷 ZEG Sauces are a multiple use condiment sauce that can be used on any food around the world. 🐷 You can use ZEG Sauces for basting, marinating, spreading, as a side dipping sauce, or as a dressing the options are unlimited. 🐷 Use ZEG Sauces on everything from chicken, pork, and beef to vegetables, rice, and tofu. |
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