Key Takeaway
When you go through stressful events like your parents separating, it’s more important than ever to take care of your mind, body and spirit!
What can you do to take care of your whole self?
Caring for yourself isn’t all bubble baths and exercise, although that can definitely be part of it. Take care of your whole self. Click for ideas:
- Get active and get moving. Go for a run, join a sports team, or go for a walk in nature.
- Eat healthy! Try and have a balanced diet.
- Make sure to get a good night's sleep with a bedtime routine.
- Keep up with your hygiene.
- Use simple mindfulness, relaxation or breathing techniques.
- Get out in nature.
- Create a gratitude journal and write down things you’re thankful for.
- Talk to a trusted adult about questions you have.
- Connect with your community, with Elders or your faith leaders.
- Participate in cultural ceremonies and traditions meaningful to you.
- Check in with family members such as grandparents who you don’t see very much.
- Do something fun with friends like going to the park or watching a movie.
- Use other ways to stay in contact- phone calls, texts, video call, email, letters
- Ask for and accept help from those around you, whether it's emotional support, assistance with tasks, or someone to talk to.
- Volunteer or join a club or team
- Make your space cozy and warm- get cushions and soft blankets
- Collect images or photos of your favourite people or places to remind you of what you love
- Spend time outside with nature
- Express your feelings through writing, drawing or doodling.
- Share how your day went with a friend or someone in your support network.
- Use positive affirmations to reset your headspace.
- Be kind to yourself and remember it's okay to feel different emotions.
- Stick to your daily routine as much as possible. Having a normal routine can help you to stay grounded if things feel overwhelming.
- Think about what your proudest achievement is and what your hopes for the future are
- What do you want to achieve in this week, this month and this year? - set goals!
- Read books that interest you and spark your imagination.
- Try solving puzzles or playing brain games.
- Learn something new
- Make art! Dance, act, draw, write, paint, knit, make music… whatever makes you happy
- Dive into hobbies
Toolbox
Try the Kid’s Help Phone’s Wheel of Wellbeing or make your own.
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Remember
What works for one person might not work for another, so it's good to try different things to see what helps you best!
Wellbeing
Take some time for yourself and focus on self care. Setting aside a bit of time each day for yourself doesn't mean you're avoiding problems, it can help you handle family challenges better.