January 22, 2023 — Lawrence Sharrett, M.Ed, M.Div., MSc

Be Still & Notice (Reflections & Research Edition)

Self-Reflective Questions Toward Greater Self-Care

When it comes to self-care, it is important for a person to engage with these types of questions:
1) Do I need to sit down, breathe deeply, and relax on the bench?
2) Do I need to get off the bench and do something for my whole person?
3) Do I need to get off the bench to go work harder?
4) Do I need to get on the bench so that I will stop working so much and so hard?
5) Do I need to get off the bench so that I will stop working so much and so hard?
6) Do I need to invite someone else to sit on the bench with me?
7) Is there already someone on the bench waiting and available for me?