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Caring for oneself important

Chloe Merrill Standard-Examiner Standard-Examiner

Last updated Monday, May 13, 2013 - 3:31pm

In today’s world we are given the impression that if we take care of ourselves, we are being selfish. However, we have come to know that if we do not care for ourselves, we cannot care for others.

A main component of loving yourself is taking care of your entire self. It is necessary to look at all of the areas that make up who you are: mental, spiritual, social, emotional, physical and vocational.

Use stress to your advantage

Chloe Merrill Standard-Examiner Standard-Examiner

Last updated Monday, February 11, 2013 - 4:29pm

Everyone has to deal with stress. It is part of our biological makeup.

In ancient times, it was used as a survival mechanism. Today, stress is such a concern that it is hard to open a magazine or newspaper or go to your doctor without the topic coming up.

Not all stress is bad. Stress can be the spice of life if it is handled well. And since stress cannot be escaped, it seems logical to learn how to use it to your best advantage. If not, it can lead to the development of illness and disease.

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