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Cynthia, Tracie, and Dr. Mark are talking about self-care in today’s episode. Many people are suffering from emotional and psychological difficulties as a result of 2020 and the impact that COVID has had on our world. Some of our usual ways of dealing with stress have been taken away from us, such as getting together with our loved ones or going out to socialize.

In difficult times, more than ever, you need to prioritize yourself, putting “you” at the top of the list and to do that, the two sisters and the doc are giving you tips and suggestions on how to care for yourself first to be able to serve others later.

Key Takeaways:

[3:12] Tracie shares her definition of self-care.

[4:04] Dr. Mark explains how we tend to occupy the place of caregivers and consequently neglect ourselves.

[5:55] Cynthia talks about self-care.

[7:14] Can you identify your emotions and feelings?

[8:13] Self-care is self-awareness.

[9:50] Tracie and the Doc share their self-care tips.

[11:36] It is important to surround yourself with positive people.

[12:18] Schedule time for yourself.

[15:40] Cynthia shares her daily self-care practices.

[18:47] The difference between happiness and joy.

[21:33] Joy comes with spirituality.

[25:46] Sometimes you have to talk yourself into joy.

[28:33] Are you connected to the right people in your personal life?

[32:10] When was the last time that you had fun?

[35:22] Sometimes you have to be able to laugh at yourself.

[37:27] Dr. Mark talks about the importance of having control over the people you surround yourself with.

[40:03] Be careful of what you feed your spirit.

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