International Self-Care Day
International Self-Care Day is an event observed worldwide on the 24th of July each year, signifying the need to practice self-care 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This day marks the final day of the international self-care month (the 24th of June-the 24th of July), which provides a significant opportunity to spread the word about the advantages of effective self-health management globally.
Self-care is the process through which people, families, and communities, with or without the help of a healthcare professional, promote and maintain their own health, avoid disease, and deal with illness and disability based on the available information. Self-care is an intentional habit that we develop to actively protect one’s happiness and well-being, especially during times of stress. It is a daily routine that enables people to consistently and diligently take care of their health.
Measures of a Self-Care Day at Home
The following self-care day ideas can be initiated on the international self-care day that aid in improving one’s health.
- Walking for 30 minutes a day or daily exercise
- Having 3 to 4 liters of water in a day
- Consuming a balanced and healthy diet rich in fiber
- Having 6 to 8 hours of sleep daily
- Reducing screen time
- Engage in relaxing activities such as meditation and yoga regularly
- Developing a positive attitude
- Scheduling regular medical screening tests
- Maintaining body hygiene
- Spending time in nature whenever possible, example having a long walk in a garden or along the beach over the weekend
- Volunteering for charity work
- Listening to music
- Reading motivational stories
- Solving brain puzzles
- Learning something new daily
- Surrounding oneself with company of positive and progressive people
