Today, I'd like to discuss some of the common barriers I've noticed to self-care that can stop us from achieving our goals and doing what we love.
These barriers are based on three categories of concerns.
Physical
Financial
Emotional
Each category has their own sub-concerns that tend to get sidelined.
What's most important is that you understand where these barriers lie so you can focus on the ones that matter most to you and overcome them.
In this post, I'll tackle each of these categories and help you prioritize what matters most to you today.
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Physical
The first concern people often have is physical health. They worry about the toll working long hours and trying to achieve too much in one day takes on their bodies. This concern can be tricky to overcome because you don't always know how long you'll be able to keep going before your body gives up.
In the short term, I'd encourage you to focus on the things that have the biggest impact on your ability to maintain an active lifestyle. For me, this means making time to exercise consistently and building a fitness routine into my life.
On a longer term note, I'd encourage you to consider adding some balance to your day. If you can schedule a workout in for two hours every Sunday, you're guaranteed a healthy week of workouts.
At the same time, I'd encourage you to prioritize rest. You need enough sleep to function properly, so make sure you get your recommended seven to eight hours a night.
If you're already feeling exhausted and worn out, the last thing you need to do is try to push through at a pace you know isn't sustainable. Instead, find a way to carve out time for sleep so that you're ready to go again on Monday.
Another common concern people have is financial health. If you haven't taken a moment to review your budget lately, I'd encourage you to do so.
Your spending should reflect what you need to live comfortably. If you're running up bills without having a clear plan for where the money's coming from, it's time to reevaluate your priorities.
Once you've established a budget, I'd encourage you to look for ways to reduce the amount of money you spend. For some, this will mean cutting back on expenses such as food and entertainment. For others, it might mean finding a new job that pays less.
While reducing your spending may seem difficult, the truth is that many people spend far more than they need to, and there's nothing wrong with taking more than you need. The key is ensuring that you're spending wisely.
One of the easiest ways to accomplish this is by setting automatic deductions for recurring bills. If you pay rent every month, you should set up a separate account where you automatically send the money to your landlord. The same principle applies to your utilities,
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