Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition 2950: Teach Your Kids the Value of Self-Care by Creating Healthy Habits by Dr. Ashleigh Louis of the Gottman Institute
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Apr 20, 2025 Explore the transformative power of instilling self-care habits in children. Learn how family routines and outdoor activities can enhance emotional resilience and strengthen parent-child bonds. Discover simple yet effective strategies for creating a positive approach to health from an early age. Engaging in shared moments not only fosters joy but also equips kids with lifelong skills to manage stress. The emphasis on regular self-care routines underscores the importance of balance and well-being for the whole family.
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Build Consistent Self-Care Habits
- Teach kids to regularly practice self-care to build skills for managing future stress effectively.\n- Self-care activities should be frequent, consistent, simple, and eventually become habitual like brushing teeth.
Encourage Fun Physical Self-Care
- Encourage physical self-care by exercising together in fun ways such as playing catch or yoga.\n- The goal is to maintain health and balance, not necessarily athletic excellence.
Use Fun to Build Connection
- Have fun with your kids through activities like games, baking, or watching comedies to lower stress.\n- Be fully present to connect and discover what activities your child enjoys for future self-care.