Does self-care feel selfish?

You know intellectually that every human needs time to rest and reset. And yet, taking time for yourself feels indulgent and selfish. It feels impossible with all the roles you play in your life.

Sound familiar?

Three months ago I met a busy working mom who was completely worn down. She explained how difficult it was for her to find time to herself. She felt she had to wait until her kids went to school and her husband went to work. But then there was her own work…and don’t forget the puppy!

Self-care never seemed to make it to the top of the to-do list. She was left worn down, resentful, irritable, and disconnected from herself. She didn’t feel like she could take time for herself without putting her whole life on hold.

After completing the Inner Compass Health Signature Program, that same working mom now takes time for herself every day.

And when I asked her who benefits from that, the answer was simple: Everyone. She learned that slowing down and taking space is actually what allows her to show up as the most true version of herself.

You see, self-care means you show up with more energy to do your best work, instead of trying to just get it done.

It means you have more patience with those you love, instead of snapping.

It means you can give authentically, instead of with resentment.

In other words, self-care is an act of kindness not just to yourself but to everyone in your life. (Though it would be enough to warrant it even if it were just for you!)

Self-care means you can be your best self. You deserve to be that version of you. The world deserves the chance to know her.

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I’m on a mission to change the way we think about self-care. If you want support in letting go of unhelpful habits so you can finally carve out space for you and become the best version of yourself, let’s chat.