Dear Michael D. Eisner College of Education Community,
Why is self-care so important in 2021? A recent article in the New York Times considers how self-care is not just important for us, it’s important for everyone in our lives. “The pandemic taught us that when you take care of yourself, you’re also taking care of your family, friends and community. During Covid-19, we’ve learned that we are all connected, and that taking care of ourselves — staying safe and staying well — is a way to care for our community. Taking precautions is a way to keep ourselves, our loved ones and our neighbors from getting sick and avoid overwhelming our health care system, ” states author Sarah Parker-Pope. “Start 2021 by redefining what self-care is. Self-care is not just making time to recharge your batteries with a nap, meditation or by taking a break from your family — although all those things count. Self-care ultimately is about setting priorities, setting boundaries and finding purpose.” The full article, which offers self-care challenges for 2021, can be viewed at https://www.nytimes.com/2021/01/06/well/live/why-self-care-isnt-selfish.html
For a list of self-care options in 2021 available to everyone, please see our COE self-care website for resources for faculty, staff, students, and the community at:
https://www.csun.edu/eisner-education/self-care/articles-information-self-care
Taking care of yourselves is also taking care of others. So find what works for you in 2021!
Warmly,
Shari and Josh