Self-care is about honoring your body and respecting yourself.
Through the years, I have found that self-care was holding my grandsons and rocking them to sleep after storytime or sitting on the porch and watching deer walk through the yard and gaze into our eyes.
I became an herbalist in 2017 and learned the power of plants and herbs. The education I received has allowed my company to include wholesome ingredients in the meals we cook and cater for our clients. Fresh and dried herbs added to the recipe brings out an essence that is so amazing with every bite. Not only good for you, it tastes so fresh.
We need self-care all the time. Self-care practices are activities we engage in on a regular basis to reduce stress and maintain well-being. My chiropractor, Dr. Robert Boehland, has been essential in the care of my neurological system. I could not function as I do without his care.
Eating food you enjoy is self-care. I also use cooking as a form of relaxation and nurturing. Meal planning to save you time later in the week is also a tool of self-care. Eating ice cream to make you feel better can be self-care. Baking can also be a form of self-care.
Working through struggles with food and challenging eating disorders is self-care. We have some wonderful professionals in our community who can assist. I would be happy to connect anyone in the community with local professionals.
Self-care is about honoring your body and respecting yourself.
In 2022, we will continue to focus on education to promote healthy food and healthy living. We want to create the opportunity for everyone to be able to make great choices when it comes to food and self-care.
May 2022 bring prosperity, love and wonderful self-care to all. QCBN
By Debbie Maranville, QCBN
Debbie Maranville is the co-owner of Goods from the Garden, Catering and Events and The Natural Healing Garden Massage and Wellness Center.