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Before needing to use coping mechanisms, the article discusses having implemented positive mechanisms like setting boundaries, knowing ourselves, in order to prevent from using coping mechanisms in a crisis situation.

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"The effort that we make to maintain and enhance our interpersonal connections to others"

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"The effort that we make to maintain and enhance our interpersonal connections to others"

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Social integration & social support
- positive social support can increase the likelihood of engaging in physical self-care practices

Altruism
- providing support to others increases happiness and physical and mental social well-being and even lowers mortality

Virtual social networks
- staying connected virtually can mimic real-world social support
- self-care mental health pages, Zoom AA meetings/support groups

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Self Awareness and Mindful Reflection on Self 

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Self Awareness and Mindful Reflection on Self 

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Paying attention to oneself, being in the moment.

Reflecting on your history, behaviors, and motivations to make meaning of your experiences and to enhance resilience.

The benefits are lower stress, increased self-esteem, and overall greater well-being.

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A key element of spiritual self-care is awareness of what helps us feel connected to the larger world and/or gives meaning to our lives and work. It is personal and different to everyone, and a way to find meaning and a sense of belonging.
Some examples are meditation, prayer, drumming, religon, or other practices

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Foundation of self-care is the physical body

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“through experiences of positive emotions people transform themselves, becoming more creative, knowledgeable, resilient, socially integrated, and healthy individuals”

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People, places and objects that lower stress

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attending to preventative and ameliorative health interventions such as annual check-ups and screens with a physician,
regular dental, eye, and mental health care and following recommended or prescribed medication and treatment regimens.

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- identifying positive coping skills and negative skills for you uniquely
- Body movement: Meditation, Tai Chi, Yoga
- Mindfulness

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adults should aim for 150 minutes of moderate to intense aerobic activity per week and two or more days that include muscle group strengthening activities

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Practices to promote or protect emotional well being

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Challenging your intellect with recreational activities such as puzzles, music, art, and poetry. As well as having a sense of humor.

Having psychological self-care helps you not burn out.

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wellbalanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-dense vegetables, whole grains and fruits, fatfree or low-fat dairy, varied proteins, and healthy oils, while limiting sugar, saturated fats, sodium, and highly processed foods

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Sleep is a primary mechanism for daily rejuvenation and therefore plays a vital role in maintaining good overall health.

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- find your people!
- healthy outlet

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Preventing and combating occupational hazards of the helping professions

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Preventing and combating occupational hazards of the helping professions

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adequate sleep, proper nourishment, frequent exercise, and engaging in maintenance health care