Self-care and self-soothing are essential concepts for maintaining emotional and physical well-being. Self-care involves intentional activities that benefit your future self, such as taking a walk, practicing mindfulness, or managing responsibilities proactively. In contrast, self-soothing addresses immediate emotional distress, like watching a favorite show or enjoying comfort food, to settle disruptive emotions temporarily.

Recognising the difference between these two practices is important. While self-soothing provides short-term relief, self-care creates long-term resilience and growth. Acts of self-care can include nurturing hobbies, staying updated on skills, or planning for the future. By balancing both practices, individuals can navigate challenges effectively and sustain their overall well-being.

In this course

• Learn about to the importance of self-care and self-soothing practices for long-term well-being
• Discover different ways to incorporate self-care and self-soothing practices
• Learn about ways to set boundaries to make room in our lives for the things that nourish us