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Checking in with ourselves is a regular and ongoing practice. Scanning for physical and mental health needs.

It may not solve life’s troubles, but it can soften them. But don't be fooled by its gentleness, self-love is hardcore.

Please be advised this piece covers sensitive material related to self-harm.

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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.