This Is Woman's Work with Nicole Kalil How To Practice Radical Self Care with Shelly Tygielski | 302
Apr 21, 2025
In a thought-provoking discussion, Shelly Tygielski, author of 'Sit Down to Rise Up' and founder of Pandemic of Love, challenges the notion that self-care is selfish. Instead, she presents it as a radical act of activism. Shelly discusses the dangers of 'toxic positivity' and how to escape burnout culture while still being productive. She emphasizes the importance of community care alongside personal care, encouraging listeners to fully embrace their needs. Ultimately, self-care emerges not just as a practice, but as a powerful form of rebellion.
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Self-Care as Communal Activism
- Self-care is not just individual but communal, emphasizing connection rather than consumption.
- It has been hijacked by capitalist marketing, which distorts its true meaning as community care.
Asking for Help Amid Hardship
- Shelly asked local moms for tangible help when she was overwhelmed after her divorce and illness.
- They helped by caring for her son, giving her space for self-care and community support.
Build Self-Care Into Rhythms
- Create small, consistent pockets of self-care around your daily rhythms instead of large, rare chunks.
- These small moments accumulate to meaningful improvements over days, weeks, and seasons.
