Self-care or selfishness: Where do you draw the line?

Wellness Self-care or selfishness: Where do you draw the line? By Adenike Baderin 21 November 2024 | 10:58 am Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on WhatsApp Share on Telegram When we hear self-care, images of candle-lit baths, retail therapy, or luxurious getaways come to mind. But is that what it truly means? And where do we draw the line between self-care and selfishness? For some, self-care is thought of as a luxury—a reward to be indulged in when there’s time or extra money. But.

.. Woman in a bathtub relaxing When we hear self-care, images of candle-lit baths, retail therapy, or luxurious getaways come to mind.

But is that what it truly means? And where do we draw the line between self-care and selfishness? For some, self-care is thought of as a luxury—a reward to be indulged in when there’s time or extra money. But it is more about maintaining mental, emotional, and physical health in the face of life’s constant demands—hectic schedules, responsibilities, and relationships can all trigger stress and burnout . UNDERSTANDING SELF-CARE Many of us face relentless demands from work, family, and social commitments, which can create overwhelming anxiety and mental strain.

Robin Goldsbro, managing director of Level 7 coaching, defines self-care as replenishing one’s resources without depleting others’. In other words, it’s about nurturing ourselves so we can better show up as spouses, parents, employees, bosses, and friends. Self-care does not mean: Inste.