"We need to be proactive and plan our self-care and make ourselves a priority. This book should be recommended reading for everyone, but especially for those who are already starting on the road to burnout."
I listened to the audio version of this book and found it to be a very thorough, well-explained book. The topic of self-care encompasses so much more than I first thought. The book is full of helpful and relevant information. I liked how the author starts with the basics and explains what emotional self-care is and why we need it. The mind and body are intertwined and the body emits warnings if we are out of balance. I liked the author’s positive message that if we prioritize self-care, we can avoid burnout. Taking time for self-care can reduce anxiety, depression and the feeling of being overwhelmed. The author encourages readers to maintain a positive mindset and accept reality. The book discusses all the things we can do, from simple deep breathing to meditation. The aim is thriving rather than just surviving. Also suggested are: keeping a gratitude list, journaling, drinking healthy teas, yoga, having good quality sleep and good eating habits. It is well worth reading this book to educate yourself on this vitally important topic. We need to be proactive and plan our self-care and make ourselves a priority. This book should be recommended reading for everyone, but especially for those who are already starting on the road to burnout.
Susan Gibbs, A LoveReading Ambassador
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My Emotional Self - A Guide To Emotional Self Care features in the following genres: Indie Author Books, Indie Books We Love, Self Help and Personal Development, Recommendations, Health & Fitness
My Emotional Self - A Guide To Emotional Self Care is available in Paperback
My Emotional Self - A Guide To Emotional Self Care was written by Venita Vance and published by Independently published
