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The most basic form of self-care I find myself indulging in is gratitude, and boy, have I been gorging myself on it lately. So far this year, the most significant reason to be grateful was reaching my 31st birthday. To be able to experience an additional year of life despite ongoing racial and gender injustice,… Continue reading A Self Care Series: Gratitude & My 31st Birthday
Finding and maintaining hobbies can be one of the best ways to take care of yourself. They are the ultimate adult playtime (my opinion, of course...backed up by data; see Dr. Brene Brown’s work)! I didn’t always believe in such pursuits because I thought they took precious time away from working (sad, I know). Just… Continue reading A Self Care Series: Photography & Nostalgia’s Tool
I must say that this Pandemic has undoubtedly tested my commitment to my self-care practices. What once felt enjoyable, luxurious, and only necessary in small intervals now seems crucial to my day-to-day wellbeing, thus making it pertinent and maybe even lifesaving. And since self-care appears to be an essential mechanism to weather this formidable catastrophe… Continue reading A Self-Care Series: The Nail Salon Visit
Otis Lily 