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by Terri L. Gerber, LICSW (This list of Warm Fuzzies or Self-Care Practices is based on contributions from a number of people over a number of years. Please feel free to try them out). Prayer time Journal writing (What do I feel, what do I need, what am I grateful for) Meditation (with focus on breath) Self-hypnosis (with some guided imagery) Singing Listening to soothing music Playing an instrument Practicing a favorite craft (i.e., needle point, quilting, embroidery) Taking a walk (being aware of footsteps and surroundings) Taking a bubble bath (with music, candles, etc.) Gardening Writing poetry Yoga / Exercise / Running Hot tub Visualizing a favorite, most relaxing place, or flying, or yourself as a child being held and comforted Sitting in the warm sun (inside or outside) Playing with my dog (or cat, or hamster) Reading something fun Window shopping Writing a letter to a friend or calling a friend Foot massage or body massage Coloring, drawing, sketching Napping Reading affirmations or inspirational material Reading spiritual material Remembering the "bigger picture" and saying comforting and reassuring things about that (For example, it is OK, everything changes, life is a journey, what does this matter in the vastness of the universe). Practice taking charge of self talk and using the language of encouragement with self and others (For example, acknowledging effort, improvement, contribution, appreciation, humanness and giving permission to make mistakes). |
