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Do you want to feel loved?
All you need is YOU!
Discover the5 love languages— acts of service, gift-giving, physical touch, quality time, and words of affirmation — that can help you make time for self-care and improve your well-being!
Did you know?
Gary Chapman defined the 5 love languages as ways people express and experience love.
Words of affirmation
We’re often our own worst critics. It's time to become your biggest fan.
Try it!
Write yourself notes with what you love about yourself.
Start a gratitude journal and write down what you're thankful for.
Reflect on and celebrate your accomplishments each week.
Quality time
We often try to juggle too many things at once.
Even when trying to relax, we get distracted by scrolling aimlessly on our phones.
Make time to disconnect and be present with yourself.
Try it!
Go media free. Find a quiet place, grab your favorite beverage, and read a book.
Take yourself out to a movie.
Go outdoors for a walk and soak in the nature all around you.
Practice daily mindfulness.
Acts of service
What can you do for yourself now that will make your future self happy?
Try it!
Cook yourself a healthy meal.
Organize your home so you can enjoy it.
Spent time looking your best.
Tackle your to do list.
Physical touch
Take care of your body so you can do the things you love for longer.
Try it!
Stretch your muscles.
Take a warm bubble bath.
Give yourself a pedicure and foot massage.
Get a massage.
Gift-giving
Treat yourself from time to time.
Especially if it will help you with self-care, or make your future self happy.
Try it!
Invest in learning a new skill or hobby.
Head to your favorite restaurant.
Quiz
Mary's favorite love language is physical touch. Which of these activities could she do for herself to fulfill her need for physical touch? Select all that apply.
While all of these can be considered physical touch self care activities, getting a haircut and massage require other people to help. When it's just you and you still need self-care, focus on how to make yourself (or your future self) happy, such as massaging your tired feet or doing yoga with a video.
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This Byte has been authored by
Kitzzy Avilés
Instructional Designer, Leader and Facilitator
Master's Degree