Burning out is one of the primary risks you face as you work towards your goals and so focusing on self-care as a way to minimize the impact of burnout is one of the best investments you can make.
Mia D. Earl, PhD
Self-care is a priority for me. The impact of self-care on my effectiveness can be profound. By prioritizing my well-being, I can experience increased focus, productivity, and creativity. Taking care of my physical and mental health also helps prevent burnout, reduces stress, and improves decision-making abilities. Ultimately, self-care allows me as an entrepreneur to operate at my best, leading to improved client interactions, better business outcomes, and overall success in my professional endeavors. Read more>>
Jimmy Grappone
I have a morning routine which I created that is based off of Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning. Elrod talks about doing 6 things every morning that make up the acronym SAVERS – for Sit, Affirmations, Visualization, Exercise, Read and Scribe (Write). I shortened my routine into the 4 areas that impact my day the most, and I call it EMRJ (pronounced “emerge”). Read more>>
Jeff Johnson
Swimming in the ocean; jumping into glacier-melt alpine lakes; hiking; drinking iced coffee and writing – these activities provide me with much-needed sustenance. As a creative soul and highly sensitive person, taking care of myself is paramount. I used to not take care of myself at all, treating my body and mind like a machine. And it didn’t take long for me to break down…like a machine. Becoming ill forced me to slow down and take better care. Read more>>
Sarah Fleischhauer
Self-care is one of those things that we know is necessary for a work-life balance or to avoid burnout as parents. We also do not give ourselves that period of rest to hit the reset button as often as we know we should. I am guilty of this and have been for many years. The world moves so much quicker than it used to, you will look at the clock Monday morning but before you blink, it’s Sunday evening…where in the world did all that time go? Read more>>
Millisa Picazo
I am thankful my career has taught me how to love and care for myself. I am professional licensed esthetician who has been in the beauty career for over 10 years. This is going to sound odd, but my self care moment came when I was training to become a full body waxer. We as waxers get trained with knowledge courses and practice on one other. Read more>>
Jalisa Keyes
Ooo, self care is truly honoring myself thoroughly from the time I awake to bedtime. Self care has become a daily practice for me, in fact, it is my life day to day. It is less about outer appearance appeal and materialistic pursuits. For me, it is more about appealing to my soul, its desires, happiness, and comfort. It is the ebb and flow I maintain. It is the heart of gratitude for the ability to have and do when I want. Read more>>
Eileenys Hernandez
I’m all about making time to meditate, exercise regularly, and as my daughter would say, “mindful breathing.” Read more>>
Gadrien Williams
Cooking eases my stress a lot also going outdoors and doing activities. I’ve learned that instead of stressing myself about things I can’t control to instead work on things that I can. Lately I’ve been working on myself meditating, praying and just making sure my mental health is balanced. Engaging in these different activities reduces life’s everyday tensions one may experience. Once my mind is freed from my mental chaos my creativity turns all the way up. Read more>>
Laura Mustard
I love this question as a rebellion against hustle culture and the whole #RiseAndGrind mentality. I work a full time job and then making and promoting my own music is also a full time job in its self. So making time for things that I just enjoy and that feel good are important to me. I make time to hike or walk with my dog almost every day. Being outside in nature is really important to me and always makes me feel better. Read more>>
Kenya Zandrowicz
It’s important to make self-care a daily habit. Unfortunately, many people don’t know how to take care of themselves properly. I learned about the benefits of self-care years ago and how it can positively impact our lives. Mentally, Emotionally, Physically, and Spiritually. Read more>>
Erin Woodruff
I do quite a few things for self-care, but one thing that has been extremely effective for me is improving my relationship with my phone and technology in general. Read more>>
Melissa Erker
Self care is a necessity! When I first started out I just powered through everything, but I soon realized that not taking care of yourself means you’ll end up injured or burnt out. I love what I do too much to let myself burn out and no one wants to be injured so I knew I had to make sure that I was prioritizing myself. Unfortunately this country really prioritizes that work-yourself-into-the-ground work ethic so you really have to self advocate and make self care a priority. Read more>>
Alexis Lex” Diaz”
Believe it or not, art is a big part of my self-care. I find myself irritable and depressed when I don’t paint for weeks at a time. Having a flexible morning routine is also extremely important for my efficiency as a functioning member of society and a creative person. I find when I neglect my creative side, my depression sneaks up on me and becomes a cycle of feeling “too depressed” to paint and then feeling guilty for not painting. Going to the gym, therapy, and journaling all play a huge part in how I view myself so those activities have become more of a necessity for me. Read more>>
Cherie Edwards
If I talk about nothing with my clients, I talk BOUNDARIES and self care. Some of the things that are essential to my self care include quiet time (i.e. no phone, no screens, no people, just me and God.); exercise (I lift weights 3-4 times per week and get some form of cardio at least twice weekly.); prayer, meditation, time with family and friends, listening to music, reading, journaling, AND THERAPY!!! Read more>>
Shivani Desai
I absolutely love talking about self-care because I think it’s often either overlooked – or now that it has become a social media buzzword, misunderstood. I truly think not having a self-care system (not just a self-care routine) in place can derail you towards burnout faster than you realise. I was once told by my therapist that for self-care, everyone needs these three basic things: nutrition, activity, and sleep. I feel that’s the bare minimum that one needs to look after for their survival. Read more>>
Frank Caputo
Being a shop owner, self care is vital for me in order to avoid burnout. I work long hours, and do it it all for 807 Cards & Collectibles from marketing, sales, inventory and the day to day operations, so its very important for me to take some time for myself and zone out with some music. When I’m to tired at the end of the day to do any hobbies (shopping, playing sports) I will come home and spend a good 20-30 minutes unwinding at the end of the work day listening to music reflecting on what I did during the day / what I have to do for the upcoming days before I do anything else for the day, the louder the better. Read more>>
Marie Kube
Exercising and eating well are my, and everyone’s, self-care powers that impact my effectiveness at everything I do. I love dance and music because together they make it fun to be fit. When you are fit, you feel better, you have more energy and strength, you are more resilient, you can think more clearly and you can be the best version of yourself. I became a Zumba instructor four years ago and my only regret is that I did not know about it sooner. Read more>>
Matt Waters
I took the opportunity for personal time during the pandemic to invest in a new hobby of yoga. I needed a health focused habit that didn’t feel like a chore in my life. It began as 10 minutes, then 20, then 30. It was a simple evolution of a daily habit that framed the question of “did I take care of myself today”. This question has become a multi-faceted evaluation of the little things I do for myself each day from exercise & meditation to prioritizing a more positive diet. Read more>>
Sara Di Stefano
As a Licensed Massage Therapist, I prioritize self-care as an integral part of my routine to maintain physical, mental, and emotional well-being. My self-care routine involves various practices such as attending therapy sessions, receiving regular massages and skin care treatments, hair and nail appointments, and practicing yoga. Read more>>
Rachel Sherr
In the bustling landscape of NYC, where the pace is relentless and ambition reigns, self-care for me is a strategic investment, not just a luxury. I’m a habitual Solidcore and Soulcycle goer, not just to stay in shape, but also to cultivate a discipline mirrored in my professional life. Building my software and hiring my team also feels like a form of self-indulgence: I’ve engineered a software that aids communication and logistics within my company which streamlines processes, and my team – carefully chosen – enables me to delegate and focus on growth. Read more>>
Jake Burns
It took me a long time to realize how important it was to develop a healthy and consistent “self care plan”. Being a traveling musician, you spend a lot of time on the road eating bad food and a lot of time in bars and venues where alcohol is generally free and drugs can be encouraged. This type of lifestyle becomes extremely taxing on both your mind and your body. Read more>>
Sam Sasan
Taking care of oneself is crucial, regardless of the industry one is in. As an art director and photographer, my occupation requires creativity, attention to detail, and a significant degree of mental energy. I have learned that self-care is not merely an option but a necessity to maintain this demanding rhythm of work. Read more>>
Dr. Kyle Garbart
At Trident Health and Chiropractic we want to make sure that we provide our patients with top notch services that we believe has had an impact on our health and well-being. Dr. Kyle has been receiving chiropractic adjustments at least weekly for the past 22 years. He contributes chiropractic care to the reason he can still run, exercise, and do martial arts. After an injury in the military his doctors told him that he could never do any of those things again but with the help of his chiropractor he has been able to do those things and more! Read more>>
Zoleka Sparks
Self care for me comes in many forms. Understanding who I am and what my needs are to be effective and stay consistent daily, I craft a self care strategy based on my work loads. Read more>>
Lillani Moran
Oh self-care. Its the buzz word for the moment but oh so needed. For me I have to swirl my energy around to mentally soothe myself. Exercise for self-care is an essential cornerstone of my daily routine. Beyond physical benefits, it quiets my mind, just enough, to be in a meditative state. Its like I embark on a journey that transcends the mundane, tapping into my own innate creativity. Read more>>
Cherlette McCullough
For selfcare, I allow myself to disconnect from my usual day to day routine in efforts of recharging. I know you may say what does that look like? Well, before I share what it looks like let me share my motivation for my self care. My motivation for selfcare started back in 1999 after graduating with my undergraduate degree. I landed my first job as a Supervisor at a level residential program with the Department of Juvenile Justice. Read more>>
Jessie Reyna
When I was younger, I used to live in a very walk-friendly neighborhood, so my childhood past time would be to go walking. I would sometimes take a quick fifteen minute walk, or I’d be gone for an hour or more. That sort of self-care followed me through college and into my twenties. It was how I collected my thoughts and organized my ideas for future projects. I always felt less stressed after a good long walk with some music. Read more>>
