Physical Self-Care
This activity helps your body stay strong and boosts mood
Exercise
Talking to someone you trust about your feelings
Expressing emotions
Taking slow, deep breaths to calm down
Deep breathing
Spending time with supportive people in your life
Healthy socializing
Watching a favorite show or movie
Relaxation
Getting 7–9 hours of this improves mental health
Sleep
Writing down thoughts and feelings
Journaling
This grounding technique uses your 5 senses
5-4-3-2-1 method
This skill helps you clearly express your needs to others
Communication
Spending time with friends or loved ones
Drinking enough of this helps prevent fatigue and headaches
Water
Saying “no” to protect your energy is called setting these
Boundaries
Doing something like drawing or music
Creative expression
Choosing friends who respect and support you
Healthy relationships
Doing activities you enjoy (art, sports, music)
Hobbies
This type of appointment keeps your body healthy (doctor, dentist, etc.)
Check-up/physical
Being kind to yourself instead of critical is called this
Self-compassion
Doing something healthy to occupy your mind
Positive distraction
Taking space from people who drain your energy
Setting boundaries
Listening to this to improve mood
Music
Doing this slow movement practice can reduce stress
Yoga
Recognizing and naming your feelings is called this skill
Emotional awareness
Replacing negative thoughts with balanced/healthy ones
Reframing
Solving problems in a calm and respectful way
Conflict resolution
Taking time off from responsibilities to recharge
Taking space/break