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Regular Self-Care: Building Total Wellness

11/18/2018

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Once you have set up a support network and are receiving more help, the next step is to set up some self-care strategies to continue caring for your total wellness. Learn practical self-care strategies including getting more sleep, increasing your water, taking supplements, and brushing up on your oral health. #selfcare #health #wellness
​|Given the prevalence of individuals who experience mental health concerns is approximately 1 in 5 in America, including 1 in 25 adults who are living with a serious mental illness, it is easy to see that having support for mental health concerns is very important.
However, as the chart below indicates, many individuals are not receiving any mental health support for reasons including not being able to afford services, feeling like they could handle the problems on their own, or not knowing where to go.
​The first step after recognizing that things aren't going so well in your life is to reach out for more help and access support. For example, you could speak with a doctor, crisis line, community center, or even a family or friend and ask for help.

​Once you have set up a support network and are receiving more help, the next step is to set up some self-care strategies to continue caring for your total wellness. This article will explore some practical examples and benefits of maintaining regular self-care activities in your every day life.
Note: The information in this article is not medical or therapeutic advice. If you are concerned about your health or well-being, please seek help from a doctor or crisis line for help.
Once you have set up a support network and are receiving more help, the next step is to set up some self-care strategies to continue caring for your total wellness. Learn practical self-care strategies including getting more sleep, increasing your water, taking supplements, and brushing up on your oral health. #selfcare #health #wellness

Regular Self Care: Building Total Wellness

Boosting your overall health is one of the best things that you can do for yourself. With a comprehensive wellness plan, you are going to have more energy, a stronger immune system, and a better outlook on life. Here is a quick glance at some simple health tips that you might benefit from. 

Start Getting More Sleep

Some people don’t realize just how dangerous chronic sleep deprivation can be. Those who don’t get enough sleep every night suffer from much higher rates of diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and heart disease. As a general rule, you should try to get at least seven solid hours of sleep per night. Not only is being well-rested safer, it can also help boost your mood. However, be wary of taking sleep medication because it can impact your quality of sleep. Making good sleep a priority will help you take a big step toward total wellness.
Increase Your Water Intake
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Chronic dehydration is another serious health problem that many people struggle with. Everyone has slightly different needs, but you should try to drink at least 64 ounces of water per day. If you are active or live in a warm climate, then you might need to double that amount. You can also eat foods that help with hydration such as watermelon, berries, cucumbers, melons, and leafy green vegetables. Drinking plenty of water and consulting with your doctor about your own water intake will ensure your body is functioning in tiptop shape.

Embrace a Glow-Up
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Have you heard of a process of going through a glow-up or transformation in your life? Embracing the natural process that one goes through during difference stages of life can help promote confidence and self-love within oneself. Find out more about the signs of a glow-up, including the age or stage of life that one may experience such a change in their physical or inner self.

Once you have set up a support network and are receiving more help, the next step is to set up some self-care strategies to continue caring for your total wellness. Learn practical self-care strategies including getting more sleep, increasing your water, taking supplements, and brushing up on your oral health. #selfcare #health #wellness
Consider Supplementing

Most of your nutrients should come from your diet, but you can easily develop a deficiency if you aren't careful. Even with an excellent diet, you might not be getting certain vitamins and minerals. One of the best ways to avoid a nutritional deficiency is to take high-quality supplements from reputable companies. You can also take a daily multivitamin that contains dozens of different vitamins and minerals ranging from iron to calcium. Consulting a healthcare professional about dietary supplements is a great way to make sure you’re getting exactly what you need safely.

Don’t Forget About Your Oral Health

Your oral health could be more important than you realize. Do everything in your power to protect your teeth and gums. In addition to cleaning your teeth twice a day, you should visit a dentist once every six months.

A dentist can help you take care of a wide variety of oral health complications and issues with treatments such as deep cleaning, bonding, root planing, scaling, teeth whitening, and teeth straightening with things like Invisalign treatments. These treatments and visits help you detect, avoid, and prevent gum disease, tooth loss, and more. Not only is taking care of your oral health good for your overall health, it can help you feel good about yourself. A bright, beautiful smile can move you toward positive living and confidence.

Don’t take your health for granted. Do the little things every day and put total wellness first. Making your health a priority will help you live a higher quality of life. 

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Once you have set up a support network and are receiving more help, the next step is to set up some self-care strategies to continue caring for your total wellness. Learn practical self-care strategies including getting more sleep, increasing your water, taking supplements, and brushing up on your oral health. #selfcare #health #wellness

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References: statista.com
Once you have set up a support network and are receiving more help, the next step is to set up some self-care strategies to continue caring for your total wellness. Learn practical self-care strategies including getting more sleep, increasing your water, taking supplements, and brushing up on your oral health. #selfcare #health #wellness
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jenna link
11/20/2018 08:52:51 am

Thanks for sharing this! i love all the stress busting tips!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
12/1/2018 06:15:56 pm

So glad you enjoyed these tips, Jenna. Thanks for stopping by the blog!

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Sara | mshealthesteem.com link
11/20/2018 06:55:54 pm

Thank you so much for putting this lovely post together Heather! It's so important that we make our own self-care a priority. For the sake of our own mental and physical well-being and so that we are able to be present for others.

And I think it's so easy to put ourselves at the bottom of our to-do lists. So we really need these kinds of reminders ♡.

Self-care is health care and it's so important! You rock for sharing that!

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Heather LeGuilloux link
12/1/2018 06:19:30 pm

I am grateful to have such an advocate for self-care following my blog. I think we have a shared interest in taking care of ourselves and helping others to be aware of their own wellness, too. Thanks for your support, Sara!

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Cherie link
11/21/2018 04:22:27 am

Great write up and I totally agree with drinking more water to promote overall health and wellness during times of fatigue or stress. I love your website.

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Heather LeGuilloux link
12/1/2018 06:20:53 pm

Thank you for your kind words, Cherie! It's true that making sure to keep hydrated throughout the day can help with overall health and wellness.

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