You Can’t Pour From An Empty Cup

Hey there, cu-tea.

Have you done something today for you?

Hopefully you’re taking five to catch your breath amid a hectic schedule. Self-care is one of the most important parts of your day.

When you discover something that nourishes your soul, do it as often as possible.

Unfortunately, sometimes we view self-care as a luxury, rather than a necessity. Consequently, we can be left feeling overwhelmed, tired, and irritable.

You can start to look after yourself by creating a routine of regular activities that foster and support your well-being and personal growth. Something as simple as tea can be used as an antidote to many of life’s stressors and promote wellness from within.

1. Take some time for tea

Different varieties of teas may boost your immune system, fight off inflammation, and even ward off cancer and heart disease. While some brews provide more health advantages than others, there's plenty of evidence that regularly drinking tea can have a lasting impact on your health and happiness.

2. Deep breath and relax

In Mackay and the Whitsundays, we are blessed with a plethora of outlets designed for relaxation. Yoga, meditation, floating, hypnosis and reiki… the list is extensive. Start by taking at least 10 minutes each day, in a quiet space, to close your eyes and focus on breathing. It’s incredible how this calms your inner space.

3. More movement

Regular exercise can transform your life. As Richard Branson says, one hour of exercise equals four extra hours of productivity. It can be as simple as going for a short walk around your neighbourhood, a sunset stroll on the beach or even squats in your living room during ad breaks.

4. Wine with friends

Wine-not? Our soul is nurtured by physically spending time with those we adore. Take time to catch up with your friends and make an occasion out of it. Use the fancy glasses, you only live once. Of course, it doesn’t have to be wine. Sparkling apple juice or a fruit smoothie would be a delicious alternative for those saying no to alcohol.

Self-care is about nourishing five aspects of our well-being: physical, intellectual, emotional, social and spiritual. Pay these aspects of your life attention every week, and soon you’ll be brimming with love and care you can afford to pass on to others.

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