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Self-Care Is Not Self-Indulgence
- Self-indulgence is the “excessive or unrestrained gratification of one’s own appetites, desires, or whims. Self-indulgent behaviors alter our mood or provide us with a means of temporary escape.
- Self-care yields you long-term benefits without causing harm. And in a way, it’s a selfless act as it will make you a more engaged and impassioned person.
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It compromises your goals and undermines your pursuits, whether they are academic, health related, personal, or professional.
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Brianna R.
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Sleep
Being well-rested is essential to health. You'll have more energy, more patience, and less anxiety if you accumulate eight hours of quality sleep in a day.
To ensure you sleep well,...
Hydration
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Exercise
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