Immediately after a success or a step of progress, celebrate your success with a pat on the back. Go ahead and actually pat your back.

Pat on back

Immediately after a success or a step of progress, celebrate your success with a pad on the back. Go ahead and actually patch yourself on the back.

Remember a time you felt appreciated. Stay with that feeling and use it as a resource when you are feeling down.

Felt appreciated

Ask yourself, “What do I need?” instead of criticizing yourself.

Ask yourself, what do I need instead of criticizing yourself?

Self-care can mean turning down social invitations. Give yourself permission to put your needs first.