https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare." - Audre Lorde en-us 2022-10-27 19:12:01 UTC 2025-04-24 16:36:39 UTC hello@padlet.com lauraneilson https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451360586 Self-care is different for everyone. It is more than any one action. It's listening to our bodies and taking time to connect with ourselves in and outside of challenging moments.]]> 2023-01-20 17:38:34 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451360586 lauraneilson https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451360691 Wellbeing is achieved through engaging in self-care activities that nourish our minds, bodies, and souls both individually and within community.]]> 2023-01-20 17:38:40 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451360691 lauraneilson https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451522361 Starting my day with yoga]]> 2023-01-20 20:12:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451522361 lauraneilson https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451524622 Sitting by my fireplace]]> 2023-01-20 20:15:45 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451524622 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451524720 beach/water is one activity I engage in for well-being]]> 2023-01-20 20:15:53 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451524720 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451525179 Baby steps are still steps...learning, growing, prioritizing myself.]]> 2023-01-20 20:16:25 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451525179 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451525231 Being silly and playing with my family]]> 2023-01-20 20:16:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451525231 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451525602 Walking in the forest helps me to feel grounded.]]> 2023-01-20 20:16:56 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451525602 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451526920 hiking with my family]]> 2023-01-20 20:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451526920 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451527169 Making time for rest! (and trying not to feel guilty for resting) :)]]> 2023-01-20 20:18:51 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451527169 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451527499 Doing something to get my body moving everyday helps me take care of my body and soul!]]> 2023-01-20 20:19:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451527499 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451527684 2023-01-20 20:19:31 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451527684 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528274 Aligning how I spend my time with my priorities and valuing myself enough to say no and set boundaries.]]> 2023-01-20 20:20:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528274 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528296 Prioritizing working out...slow AF...but getting out there nonetheless to prepare for an upcoming 15K. Getting stronger mentally and physically. :)]]> 2023-01-20 20:20:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528296 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528454 Hiking gives me time to take care of my body and connect with my soul.]]> 2023-01-20 20:20:29 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528454 lauraneilson https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528838 Spending time in nature, with friends, and being silly ALL boost my wellbeing]]> 2023-01-20 20:21:01 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528838 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528911 Hiking, running, and getting fresh air. During the workday, sitting near a window to look outside!]]> 2023-01-20 20:21:08 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528911 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528990 HUGS & and watching comedy TV with Nate after kids go to sleep ]]> 2023-01-20 20:21:14 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451528990 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451529055 Rest is Resistance ]]> 2023-01-20 20:21:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451529055 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451529418 Relaxing bath time at the end of day.]]> 2023-01-20 20:21:47 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451529418 lauraneilson https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451530249 Playing on my mountain bike on the local trails]]> 2023-01-20 20:23:03 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451530249 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531057 Playing! Having fun and building community through collaborative story telling games brings me joy.]]> 2023-01-20 20:24:16 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531057 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531310 Moving with nature ]]> 2023-01-20 20:24:36 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531310 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531391 Reading by the fireplace, snuggled under a blanket]]> 2023-01-20 20:24:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531391 lauraneilson https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531599 Cooking. And making food gifts for loved ones.]]> 2023-01-20 20:25:02 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531599 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531918 Taking a step back for mindful breathing when anxiety starts to creep in.]]> 2023-01-20 20:25:28 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451531918 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451532253 camping, cooking/foods, music, bonfires, and conversations with loved ones. ]]> 2023-01-20 20:25:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2451532253 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2453925735 I get massively recharged by spending time with my favorite ladies. Here we are in Austin about to destroy some amazing tacos]]> 2023-01-23 21:22:44 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2453925735 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2453927385 I love traveling as a way of increasing my appreciation for the world. It can be stressful but at the end of the experiences, I feel much more alive and whole. ]]> 2023-01-23 21:24:43 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2453927385 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2453929057 On frosty mornings when the cool wet of the PNW is getting me down, I spend some morning time soaking and breathing in the new day, gratitude journaling in my mind. ]]> 2023-01-23 21:26:17 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2453929057 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2463664250 I love to work outside in my flower beds and veggie garden. Gardening is my therapy, it clears my mind and rejuvenates me. ]]> 2023-01-31 20:37:50 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2463664250 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2463670049 Sitting outside in the sun while watching the bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds enjoy the flowers helps me to be in the moment and appreciate the little things.]]> 2023-01-31 20:43:13 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2463670049 https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2463675236 Family time - whether it's going to the beach and looking for sea glass, hiking, biking, snow skiing, or climbing. I am grateful for the moments I get to be outside and active with my family.]]> 2023-01-31 20:48:31 UTC https://padlet.com/lauraneilson/65x4u5h66dajgc8l/wish/2463675236