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4 Reasons Why You Should Always Take Care of Self

June 8, 2016 by Evelyn Parham

evelyn-parhamOne of my favorite aunts gave me a call with some news she received about her health.

She probably thinks that I am always cool because my voice is always calm no matter what news she tells me. Hey, I’m just that kind of gal.

I could tell by the sound of her voice that something was not right.

I took a few deep breaths and got ready for what I thought was very bad.

As my aunt told me the health issues she has going on, I listened and wrote down what she said.

My purpose for writing this post is not to talk about my favorite aunt, but to tell you how important it is for you to always take care of self.

4 Reasons Why You Should Always Take Care of Self

You will have times in your life when it feels like the walls around your world are falling down around you.

You muster every ounce of strength to hold things together, but deep down the weight of your world is cracking you into pieces.

You dare not tell anyone how you feel because you will appear weak and not the strong pillar that everyone thinks you are.

There comes a time when you have to stop being strong and turn everything over to the One who holds your future.

You have to believe that no matter what, things are working out for your good.

Here’s why you should take care of self

1. Take care of self so you do not carry stress for long periods of time. Stress is a word that is commonly used, but do you really understand the seriousness of what stress can do to you and your body. Stress can take you out of here quicker than you can blink your eyes.

  1. Take care of self so you do not get sick. You cannot keep going, and going, and going. You are not an Energizer bunny. You have to recharge your batteries every day or else your body will do it with or without you.

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  1. Take care of self because your family needs you. How can you possibly take care of your family if you are not taking care of self? You keep telling yourself that you have to keep going, but your body says slow down, relax, and rest.

  2. Take care of self so you can enjoy your life. It is no fun living and not enjoying life. You may want to go places and do things, but your body says, “Hold up, wait you cannot do this.” Your frustration arises because you cannot you are not enjoying life as you know you deserve.

I can go on and on, but I will stop here.

Before I go, here’s some food for thought:

Just because your body is wonderfully and fearfully made does not mean that you cannot fall apart.

Make relaxing, de-stressing, unwinding, kicking back, and doing nothing a number one priority in your life. I promise I will not say you are lazy. Instead, I will say, you are a very wise person.

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Evelyn is a blogger, reader, and book reviewer. She enjoys adult coloring, knitting, writing, and dancing with her daughter. Learn more here

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  1. Vernon says

    March 9, 2017 at 5:48 AM

    Hi Evelyn,
    My first time here but I know it won’t be my last.
    Taking care of ourselves should be our number one priority.
    Like you said, it’s impossible to take care of others if we’re not taking care of ourselves.
    There’s so many parts to it from resting, eating healthy or just accepting life as it is.
    Thanks.

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    • Evelyn Parham says

      March 12, 2017 at 11:09 PM

      Hi, Vernon!
      Thank you for visiting and welcome!!
      Yes, there are “so many parts to it.”
      Hopefully, we will stay connected.
      Have a great week!

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  2. Sapana V says

    January 13, 2017 at 11:29 AM

    Self-care is utmost important, and I agree, we have to live for the happiness of our family and to enjoy the life fullest.

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    • Evelyn Parham says

      January 22, 2017 at 8:13 PM

      Thanks for stopping by, Sapana!

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  3. Anna Blake says

    June 13, 2016 at 11:25 AM

    Thanks, Evelyn, the article was great! Time to get to work. I am working on my diet and it going well.Thank you so much! Love you much.

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    • Evelyn Parham says

      June 13, 2016 at 12:26 PM

      Hi Aunt Jo! Glad you liked this article. Yes, it is and I know you can do it. No problem! Love you too! 🙂

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  4. Trinity says

    June 10, 2016 at 11:12 PM

    This post is right on time! Evelyn, I am going to bookmark this post. Thank you, my friend. You and your family have a blessed weekend.

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    • Evelyn Parham says

      June 11, 2016 at 12:27 AM

      Glad this post was spot on for you! 🙂
      You have a blessed weekend too, Trinity.

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  5. Carolyn says

    June 10, 2016 at 11:28 AM

    Excellent article Evelyn, and these are tips that I live by daily. I know they will bless your readers.

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    • Evelyn Parham says

      June 11, 2016 at 12:37 AM

      Thank you! You are my inspiration. Have a great weekend!

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