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With summer approaching and vacations on the horizon, many of us are planning where we want to go this year, or may even have travel plans already booked. Traveling can be stressful, especially with a group, and can throw us off of our routine. Instead of letting our self-care practices fall to the wayside, we can find ways to incorporate our routine into our vacation days, which helps us maintain the well-being we need to enjoy our time to the fullest.
The Importance of a Self-Care Routine
While a vacation should be enjoyed, your self-care practices are still important and apply. Psychologists have said that routine provides us with a sense of normalcy, while self-care is necessary to help manage our daily stressors. Caring for oneself is essential, with a thread tying together our mental, emotional, and physical health. By practicing self-care and caring for all aspects of our being, we can work toward maintaining that wellness, no matter where we are.
Our self-care routines are also paramount for our mental wellness. One study on medical students showed that individuals who engaged in self-care activities didn’t feel as strong of a connection between their stress level and their quality of life. Additionally, students who used multiple self-care practices showed a greater resiliency and were at a lower risk of high-stress levels.
Self-Care Practices to Maintain
No matter where you are in the world, several self-care practices can be maintained, no matter the amenities. Some of these practices include: