Here Are Some Self-Care Tips To Share With Your Family!
Parents! It is essential that we teach our children about self-care. Helping them to care for themselves at a younger age will impact their future!
We hope you encourage your child, as well as yourself, to prioritize some time for just you!
𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧-𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘪𝘱𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺!👇
1️⃣. 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 with consistent sleep, activity and study patterns.
2️⃣. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 with others and try to find moments of gratitude.
3️⃣. 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 you feel comfortable with about your feelings or worries, then give yourself permission to stop worrying.
4️⃣. 𝐄𝐚𝐭 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠. If possible, maintain a healthy diet with fruits and vegetables and eat meals at regular times throughout the day.
5️⃣. 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐤𝐬, as they will increase feelings of anxiety and make it difficult to relax.
6️⃣. 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬 or be aware of situations that make you feel particularly worried or anxious. When you’re in these situations, try relaxation or distraction techniques or ask a family member or friend to help.
7️⃣. 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐱𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲 with exercise or physical activity; engage in regular aerobic exercise.
8️⃣. 𝐋𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 if you are finding information about current events overwhelming or distressing.
9️⃣. 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐛𝐛𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 that you enjoy, calm you down or focus your mind and body. These could be arts and crafts, physical activity, listening to music, reading, journaling, watching TV or movies, or connecting with friends.
What’s your favorite way to enjoy some self-care?! Share with us below!
Trauma Informed Parenting
Wellness Wednesday Trauma Informed Parenting
Read More
Keys 2 Life Family Breakfast
It’s safe to say our “Family Breakfast” was a hit at camp! Our campers parents came out and showed their support by cooking an amazing meal for everyone to enjoy 🥞🥓 This was definitely a time that will be remembered!
Read More
Restorative Parenting – Using Restorative Circles
Wellness Wednesday Restorative Parenting – Using Restorative Circles
Read More
Truths We All Need To Remember As Parents
For the parents giving it their all—this one is for you 🫵🏾🫶🏾 – – – #wordsofaffirmation #parentingtips #parentingadvice #positiveparenting #parenting101 #childdevelopment
Read More
Conscious Conversations – Creating A Restorative Family Culture Pt. 1
Wellness Wednesday – Restorative Parenting Restorative Parenting
Read More
This Children’s Day Cherish Every Moment
Our littles ones grow up, but the love and memories we create with them last forever ♾️👧🏾👦🏾 #ChildrensDay Btw, who left the onions around while we made this video of our staff and their families 😭😂 – – – #childrensday #childrensday #kidsmatter #childrenarethefuture #youngatheart #growingup
Read More
The Tea On Giving Back
Giving back is in our DNA.🧬 Help us give a round of applause to our Workforce Development team for assisting the @detroitphoenixcenter in transforming their supply room and creating a welcoming space for the 1,000+ young people they serve each year. 👏🏾✨ At The Yunion,…
Read More
Join Our Mission To Empower Youth And Combat Negative Cultural Influences
Views from our courtyard☀️🌳🌷🦋🌷✨ We take pride in our facility as it represents a safe place of comfort and stability for the 1,000+ youth we serve each year. 💙 Join our mission to empower youth and combat negative cultural influences through specialized programing, education, mentoring,…
Read More
Journey To Healing Resilience
Wellness Wednesday Mental Health Awareness
Read More
Recent Visit To Curry Motor Sports
Revving up futures! 🏁 Our recent visit to @officialcurrymotorsports at Breithaupt Career and Technical Center explored thrilling career paths in motor sport racing 🏎️💨 We had a blast! – – – #theyunion #currymotorsports #youthprograms #detroityouth #motorsports
Read More
69th Annual NAACP Fight For Freedom Fund Dinner
Black excellence in action!🌟🎬 Our youth had an unforgettable experience at the 69th Annual NAACP Fight for Freedom Fund Dinner! ✊🏾🎉 From interviewing esteemed guests to capturing stunning photos, they had the extraordinary opportunity to practice their social justice and career readiness skills. This incredible…
Read More
Keys 2 Life Performing Arts Summer Camp
This summer, trade screen time for stage time at the Keys 2 Life Performing Arts Summer Camp. 🎬🎤🎶 🗓️ Dates: July 1 – August 9 📍 Location: Wayne State University 🧒🏽👧🏾 Ages: 11-13 Highlights: – Weekly field trips 🌟 – Free breakfast and lunch 🥪…
Read More
Black Men Affirm Themselves And One Another
seeing black men affirm themselves and one another >>> cc: @morehouse1867 – – – #theyunion #blackmen #blackyouth #blackculture #blackpower #morehouse #affirmation
Read More
Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month
Did you know that teen pregnancy has been trending down for the past few years? Yes, it’s true! Although this is great news, this is still an issue that plagues our youth! We must continue to spread awareness, helping youth make informed decisions for their…
Read More
Trauma Informed Parenting
Wellness Wednesday Trauma Informed Parenting
Read More
What Advice Would You Give To Your Younger Self?
We’ve all made mistakes in our youth, but making mistakes is apart of life! Embracing our journeys is important because these experiences help shape us into the individuals we are today!💪🏾💙 Share your advice to your younger self in the comments to inspire future generations.💫…
Read MoreBlog Categories
SEARCH THIS BLOG:
