This is your self-care checkpoint. π
Take a deep breath and then exhale.
Drink some water.
Take a moment for yourself today. π
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Self-care (noun) /ΛselfΛker/
Self-Care is defined as actions one takes to promote physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual wellness. These can range from the smallest of things β cooking your favorite meal, going for a walk or chatting to a friend.
Self-care is not an indulgence, but a necessary practice. In Audre Lorde's words: "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare."
Audre Lorde Thought of Self-Care as an "Act of Political Warfare" by Sarah Mirk
"Several prominent thinkers have pointed out how activism, race, and self-care are connected. In 2014, I saw the legendary social justice activist Angela Davis speak. She ended her talk with a discussion of how activism is different now than it was in the '60s and '70s. Davis said that the biggest thing she had learned from the youth of today was self-care. 'Self-care has to be incorporated in all of our efforts,' she said."
Stories & Questions
My pets are part of my self-care practice. They sometimes bring me peace, make me laugh, or give me anxiety when they hide and are nowhere to be found. They're like tiny ninjas in fur coats.
So, when I heard Wilson Portorreal's story, I was reminded of my personal experience having pets and I couldn't relate more.
Listen, reflect, and answer: How have your pets made a difference in your life? In what ways have they inspired you?
Dice & Games
"Journey ignores many conventional gaming traditions like scorekeeping, lives, and statistics. As a nameless, cloaked traveler, you only have one goal: walk towards the shining mountain in the distance. Along the way you'll uncover the secrets of the barren world at your feet and perhaps meet other travelers. Like thatgamecompany's other works, Journey is more an emotional investment than a game." - IGN
Journey is a gem of an adventure game!
Cool Finds
β’ "Having already raved about the game, the soundtrack is equally fantastic. Austin Wintoryβs exquisite soundtrack is a wonderful collection of strings, Eastern wind instruments and some wonderfully emotive motifs. The 18 tracks give you an hour of audio heaven and a sense of a Journey in itself." - Higher Plain Music
Journey's soundtrack holds a special place in my heart. I'm tearing up a bit as I share this and that's okay. This game is an emotional investment after all.
β’ "Meet your new self-care best friend! Finch is a self care pet app that helps you feel prepared and positive, one day at a time. Take care of your pet by taking care of yourself! Choose from a wide variety of self care exercises personalized for you.
Struggling with stress, mental health, or need motivation? Is self-care a chore? Finch makes self care finally feel rewarding, lightweight, and fun." - App Store
Finch is available for both Android and iOs.
Curated with β₯ by Rose Cortijo, BEO (Bean Executive Officer).