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Traditional wellness approaches often focus narrowly on exercise and healthy eating, potentially excluding those with physical limitations. Instead, physical wellness should emphasize finding joy in movement that works for your unique body, incorporating basic self-care fundamentals, and adapting practices as life circumstances change. The goal is to focus on what brings peace and nourishment to your body rather than fitting into predetermined standards.
As AANHPI Heritage Month begins, I find myself reflecting on a familiar pattern - the instinct to make ourselves small, to apologize for taking up space.
A reflection on redefining productivity beyond work and output, exploring how rest and enjoyment are equally valuable forms of being productive. The piece challenges cultural expectations around constant productivity and advocates for a more balanced, compassionate approach to how we spend our time.
Our inner child represents our purest, most authentic self - the part of us that exists before life's influences shaped our behaviors and beliefs. When we learn to listen to and trust this inner wisdom, it becomes our North Star, helping us navigate life's journey with more clarity, joy, and purpose.
We often push ourselves to exhaustion before allowing rest, constantly saying "just one more thing." But what if we treated our emotional wellness like a garden that needs regular care? Start by tuning into your needs without judgment, create small moments for self-care, and remember that wellness should feel like an exciting journey, not another task on your to-do list.
