How do you practice self-care? – Another rather personal question from the Daily Writing prompt.

Good old Google to the rescue – the practice of taking an active role in protecting one’s own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.

I had to look it up because I have so little practice with it.

Before I get to what I do now, my history might be a list of the things you might now want to do if you’re interested in self-care. I’ve had old acquaintances see me and the first thing they say was “Wow, you’re still alive.” I lived a little hard for parts of my life.

I’ve never been a daily workout guy, but overworked at the job. My diet hasn’t been horrible but it probably falls on the unhealthy side for most of my life. I’ve taken too many risks sometimes in the thought of self-care.

Now I just try to eat smart and exercise a bit. I do things that make me happy and feel good. I stay active in both actions and thoughts. Unless I’m in the hammock.

Have a great day.

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