The 7 Pillars of Self Care: What it really means to take care of yourself

Written By Self Care Girlz .

🌿 The 7 Pillars of Self-Care: What It Means to Take Care of Yourself!

When people think of self-care, they often picture bubble baths, skincare routines, or a cozy night in. While those are valid, self-care goes much deeper than that. At Selfcare Girlz, we believe self-care is about taking care of your whole self, your mind, body, and spirit.

Let’s break down the 7 Pillars of Self-Care so you can start building a life that supports you, in all the ways that matter.

 

1. 💖 Emotional Self-Care

This is about taking care of your heart and emotions. Are you kind to yourself when you’re having a rough day? Do you let yourself feel things without judgment?

 

Examples:

  •        Journaling or voice-noting your thoughts

  •        Saying “no” when something doesn’t feel right

  •        Talking to someone you trust

 

💡 Try this: Write a “letter to yourself” like you would to a best friend going through the same thing.

 

2. 🏃‍♀️ Physical Self-Care

Your body carries you through everything. It deserves love and attention! This pillar includes movement, rest, nutrition, and even doctor visits.

 

Examples:

  •        Getting enough sleep

  •        Stretching or walking daily

  •        Eating foods that nourish you and that make you feel good

 

💡 Reminder: Physical self-care doesn’t have to mean a hard workout. Listening to your body is powerful.

 

 

3. 🧠 Mental Self-Care

Mental self-care helps you stay sharp, focused, and balanced. It’s about what you feed your mind.

 

Examples:

  •        Reading, learning new things

  •        Taking breaks from screens

  •        Practicing mindfulness or meditation

 

💡 Protect your peace: Not every notification needs your attention right now!

 

4. 🙏 Spiritual Self-Care

No matter your beliefs, spiritual self-care is about connecting to something greater, whether that’s your faith, nature, purpose, or inner wisdom.

 

Examples:

  •        Prayer, meditation, or quiet reflection

  •       Spending time in nature

  •        Creating a gratitude list

  • Grounding Yourself

 

💡 Ask yourself: What helps you feel grounded when life feels too loud?

 

5. 👭 Social Self-Care

Humans are wired for connection. But not all connections are good for us. Social self-care involves nurturing the relationships that uplift you.

 

Examples:

  •       Calling a friend who truly listens

  •        Setting boundaries with draining people

  •        Spending quality time with loved ones

 

💡 It's okay to outgrow people. Growth requires space.

 

6. 🧹 Environmental Self-Care

Your space affects your energy. When your environment is clean, calm, and comforting, it supports your wellbeing more than you think.

 

Examples:

  •        Tidying your room or workspace

  •        Lighting a candle or playing calming music

  •        Creating a space that feels like you

 

💡 Start small: One drawer, one corner, one playlist can make a difference.

 

7. 💵 Financial Self-Care

Money can be stressful, but financial self-care is about feeling safe, in control, and educated about your finances.

 

Examples:

  •        Budgeting or tracking your spending

  •        Avoiding impulse purchases that leave you stressed

  •        Saving for something that brings you joy

 

💡 Freedom is the goal, not just stuff.

 

Self-care isn’t selfish, it’s how we recharge, reset, and reclaim our energy. The 7 pillars work together to help you feel more balanced, confident, and in control of your life.

Start with one area and build from there. You don’t need to be “perfect” at self-care; you need to keep showing up for yourself consistently.

💞 You are worthy of care. Always.

 

Stay kind, stay glowing, stay you. ✨

With love,
Hadley from Selfcare Girlz

 

Self Care Girlz .