The core of self-care is the 'connection with yourself'. This means that you are attuned to and understand what you need to be your most constructive, effective and authentic self. Therefore, rather than narrowly defining self-care as simply physical health (e.g., sufficient exercise), it is best to consider a broader set of criteria, including caring for your brain, emotions, relationships, environment, time and resources. Read the full article: More self-care in your daily work1