Practicing Self-Care at Summerhill

The 4-7-8 breathing technique involves breathing in for 4 seconds, holding the breath for 7 seconds, and exhaling for 8 seconds. This exercise can help reduce anxiety, increase relaxation, and help people get to sleep. Even doing it once can be a form of self-care that doesn’t take long to complete. However, when you can, take some more time to practice self-care. 

A simple way to take a moment for yourself is by taking a stroll. Even taking a walk around our beautiful The Barrett and The Claude property can be enough. Soaking up some vitamin D in any way you choose can be a great way to practice self-care. 

Changing your routine, even in small and simple ways, can be a unique way to incorporate self-care into your life. For example, drive a different route to work, try new recipes, listen to new music, go to a different grocery store, or all of the above! 

Self-care can be taking care of your body as well as your mind. You can take a nice bath with lovely-smelling soap and candles. You can treat yourself to a new outfit. You could even give yourself an entire day and go to a local spa. 
As we plan to return to school while summer winds down, The Barrett and The Claude encourages our community to take some time for themselves and take September head-on.