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FILLING YOUR OWN CUP

When it comes to self-care, it’s handy to think of the phrase "you can't pour from an empty cup".

What if, instead of running on empty, you could prioritise small, meaningful actions that help you relax, recharge and reenergise? Would you have more positive energy to pour back into your role as a parent?

Self-care doesn’t have to be a big thing that takes up too much of your time. Every little thing you do to look after yourself makes a difference in how you think, behave and react throughout parenting's ups and downs.

There’s no one-size fit all and what works for you, might not work for others. Just like parenting, you get to choose what sort of self-care works best for you and your family. You don’t need to get it right all the time. And you won’t. Because sometimes life will take over.

By practising self-care, you can model that same adaptability and positivity back to your children. They’re watching and learning from you. They’re picking up on how you communicate, solve problems and handle stress.

And if your cup is fuller, it’s a win-win for everyone.

Excerpt from -It’s The Little Things: Realistic Self-Care Ideas For Busy Parents

April 25, 2023 | Triple P Articles

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