Choose not to chase self-care.
Choose to live a life that doesn’t need it.
So normally my argument is to work on creating a life that doesn’t need to chase self-care. But we are living in unprecedented times my friends and I realize that it may not be easy to create that life right now with familiar patterns and habits out the window.
But maybe - it is the perfect time to figure out how to create that life! I believe we are in a transition timeframe. Now is a good time to figure out what things speak to us from a self-care point of view AND what new rhythms we want to create around self-care. Plus - self-care is super important right now to help complete the stress response cycle.
It’s also good to note that self-care can be more than bubble baths and candles. It can be about having deep connection time, movement, enjoying food (cooking and/or eating), play/creativity time, etc.
Here are some suggestions of members that are local, small businesses that you can reach out to get assistance and/or try on some new self-care practices!
Coaching
Keri Bischoff - strengths - Keri can help you find yours
Desi Creswell - we see you Interior Designers and so does Desi
Heather Whelpley Coaching - overachievers, perfectionists, people pleasers - apply here
Cooking/Food
Fit Foodie Finds - want to learn to meal prep or just find great healthy recipes - they’ve got you!
Nosh & Gather - because she can cook fabulous food for you - and great follow on IG too
Movement
Get Healthy U - workout with the amazing Chris Freytag
Nourish Move Love - workouts, food, good human tips from Lindsey Bomgren
Studio Me Fitness - Megan Cooper and her team can help you find your strong
Parenting
Paisley & Sparrow - the co-founder of Minne Mama Meetup gives tips, crafts with the kids, support and care for you!
City Mom Collective - helpful resources both nationally and locally
Wild Card - Hobbies, Crafting, Reading…
Feminist Book Club - more than just books
#covid19crafts - Sydney Wolf her sister are issuing crafting challenges on Instagram
Wellness
Dr. Anna Roth - follow on Instagram for mental health inspo & healing
Dietitian Andrea - for coaching that goes beyond nutrition
Livea - weight loss done differently
The Calli Institute - offering telehealth services for mental health
Comment below on other ideas or local businesses!
Happy Self-Care!
Lani + The BWC Team
