Beyond Bubble Baths: The Real Meaning of Self-Care

Dr. Tracy Marks discusses self-care, emphasizing its importance beyond spa treatments. She explains self-care as maintaining physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing, requiring commitment. Physical self-care includes medical checkups, sleep, exercise, and diet. Mental self-care involves setting boundaries, saying no, and creating personal space. Social connections are vital, even for introverts. Engaging in hobbies and journaling can also support emotional needs. Self-care ensures a balanced life, benefiting oneself and others.

What is self-care primarily about?

• Pampering yourself with luxury

• Maintaining a balanced life

• Focusing solely on physical health

• Avoiding responsibilities

Which of the following is NOT a way to establish healthy boundaries?

• Prioritizing others' needs over yours

• Saying no without guilt

• Communicating effectively

• Creating personal space

What is the first step in setting boundaries?

• Saying no to everything

• Creating personal space

• Communicating clearly

• Identifying your boundaries

Why is it important to say no without explaining?

• To make others feel guilty

• To appear more assertive

• To save time and energy

• To avoid confrontation

How can texting be a compromise in setting boundaries?

• It is more formal

• It is less personal

• It allows for immediate response without engagement

• It avoids direct communication

What is a benefit of engaging in hobbies?

• It is a form of exercise

• It helps you avoid work

• It provides a sense of purpose outside of work

• It is a way to make money

Why is social connection important for self-care?

• It helps you become more popular

• It is a way to avoid loneliness

• It is necessary for professional success

• It fulfills an innate need for interaction