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International Self Care Day.
Happy International Self-Care Day! Self-care is an essential part of lung health. Practicing self-care means prioritizing one’s physical, mental, and emotional health and wellness. Many people put the needs of others first. We must work on being similar to the flight attendants who instruct us to put on our oxygen masks first, then assist others. We cannot fully be there for others if we are not practicing our own self care. Can you share a self care practice that works for you?
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I practice self-care by going for a walk most mornings. My husband takes the kids to school, and I go for a 15-minute walk.
This simple routine does a lot for me. Morning light and gentle movement help balance my circadian rhythm (our internal “clock” that guides sleep and wake cycles), which can make it easier to feel awake during the day and sleep better at night. Walking also helps release feel-good chemicals like dopamine, which boosts my mood and energy.
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