What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the words self-care? Some may think of face masks and pedicures, while others may think of meditation and journaling, but what is self-care and why is it so important? International Self-Care Day is July 24, and the day is a fantastic reminder for each of us to prioritize self-care in our lives.
Self-care is a conscious habit people take to promote their physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health. 1 It is fundamental for building resilience toward life’s inevitable stressors. It is important because it helps avoid burnout, promotes resilience, and sustains the individual’s productivity. Having a self-care routine or daily practice also has numerous health benefits, including reducing anxiety and depression, stress, and burnout; improving happiness; increasing energy; and developing stronger interpersonal relationships.2
And, self-care doesn’t just benefit you, it can positively impact those around you as well. When leaders encourage self-care, they are cultivating an environment for a mentally fit team to bounce back from adversity and enhance the value of their work.3 Dr. Bill Howatt, Workplace Mental Health Kenote Speaker, notes that self-care is a leaders’ ability to mitigate their risk of mental harm and promote mental health. In his talk “Self -care: The Number One Protective Factor,” Dr. Bill teaches how emotional well-being is vital for leaders and provides a framework for leadership self-care that includes practical guidance for improving and maintaining emotional well-being.
Join CPA Assist on August 22, as we explore Dr. Bill Howatt’s expertise in the upcoming webinar Self-care: The Number One Protective Factor. Discover how leaders who learn how to flourish and prioritize mental health are more likely to approach each day with readiness to meet the day’s demands.
FREE webinar: Self -care: The Number One Protective Factor
with Bill Howatt, Ph.D.
Thursday, August 22
12:00 – 1:00 pm MDT
Register
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, please reach out. CPA Assist provides confidential counselling services, 24/7 crisis support, and health and wellness services to Alberta and Saskatchewan CPAs, candidates, and their immediate families. Call the free confidential support line at 1-855-596-4222 or by email at cpaforbes@telus.net.
