Self –Care Q&A/Tag
This week sees the lovely Kayleigh providing the answers to the "Self-Care Q&A". You can find her on Twitter and on her blog.
1. How do you know when you are in need of some self-care?
I have what's known as a generalised anxiety disorder which
comes with many ups and downs, good times and bad, I know that I need to invest
in some self care when it starts to become a daily struggle again, when I feel
I'm constantly worrying, on edge and physical symptoms become more frequent
(racing heart, feeling short of breath, tense etc) and I just feel overwhelmed
with it all.
2. Once you are aware that you need to take care of
yourself, do you usually do so alone or do you have someone you can go to when
you need some TLC?
It's only since I began to blog (approx 2 months ago) that I
started to be more open about my mental health and struggles with anxiety. I
tend to try and keep it to myself as much as possible but If things get to much
and I feel I need some help to help me through whether it's a shoulder to cry
on, a chat or both I'll turn to my Fiancé and close family. They have stood by
me through so much and continue to do so and I can't thank them enough for
that.
3. Do you find it hard to make time for yourself?
I find it very difficult to make time for myself, I think
many parents can relate to that, I absolutely love being a mummy and my family
are my world but it is easy to … well ... neglect myself I suppose with
everything else that needs to be done and making sure everyone else is ok. I
think I just need to make a bit more of an effort to look after me as well
sometimes.
4. Is there anything that gets in the way of your “me”
time/disrupts it (for me: noises outside can put me on edge or if other people
are home I need to be mindful of how long I take, say, in the shower)?
Hmmm.. I suppose this can sort of tie in with my previous
answer in that there's just not much time for that "me time" i'd say,
as silly as it sounds, it's actually mostly myself that gets in the way as I
find it hard to relax and I'm always thinking/stressing about what needs to be
done so just don't schedule in time for myself.
5. Do you ever feel guilty for having “me” time?
Yes. As much as I know it's important I do always feel so
guilty if I have taken some time out for myself even if it's just an hour in
the bath! I'll be battling to justify it to myself and thinking about other
things I could be getting done or that I should have focused that time on my
daughter. It's difficult.
6. Do you schedule in “me” time or do you “go with the
flow”/only take “me” time when you feel you need it?
I rarely schedule "me time" it's very much just
going with the flow. It's not really a regular thing.
7. Is there a self-care routine that you try to follow?
I wouldn't say I have a routine as such but there are
certain things I tend to do when feeling a bit overwhelmed, things that help to
ease the anxiety.
8. When you feel down/not like your usual self; what do you
do to cheer yourself up (hobbies, being with loved ones etc)?
For me you can't beat a day out with my loved ones, they
always manage to cheer me up. I also find reading, writing and music helps to
relax me. I'm really enjoying writing my blog and find that quite therapeutic.
Another thing that helps is getting out to get some fresh air, a nice walk or
even a visit to the park with the little one. I tend to isolate myself when my
anxiety is bad yet always feel so much better when I've pushed myself to get
out and about.
9. Do you have any mantras that you say to yourself as a
pick me up or on a daily basis?
Not really, I just remind myself that I've got through it
before and I can do it again and that everything will be ok.
10. Finally; do you have any self-care tips for anyone who
might be reading this?
It's something I'm still working on but try not to close up
and battle it by yourself, don't be afraid to ask for help and talk, it really
does help! Find a hobby or something you enjoy that you can help to calm, relax
you and take your mind off any worries/stress. Be kind to yourself, remember
that you're important too.
~ How is this the 6th response to this already? Only 4 more left then we'll see about maybe doing a 2nd round, or a new Q&A!
Anxiously,
Me
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