045: 9 Personal Strategies for Making Time for Self-Care

Our modern way of life results in more stress, less free time, and more mental health problems than any other time in history. That's one of the many reasons people struggle with making time for self-care.  But many people also think that self-care is selfish. When you have a million different things pulling you in a million different directions, taking time for self-care seems like it's a direct attack to your loved ones and career.  But this is a mistake. Not only is self-care selfless, but it also helps you show up better to the important people in your life. Self-care unlocks patience, improves your mood, and helps you better serve your family.  So, how do you make more time for self-care (especially when your schedule is chaotic)? Well, in this episode, I reveal my top 9 personal strategies for making time for self-care. You'll discover why you have more free time than you think, how to use that free time to become a better man, and how focusing on yourself makes you a better servant.  Listen now.  Show highlights include:  Why self-care is not selfish (even if it means you're around your family less) (2:54)  The "Point B" trap your brain uses to trick you into skimping on your self-care habits (4:48)  The "good is the enemy of great" mindset tweak that unlocks more free time to focus on your self-care routine (5:27)  4 tips for planning a new self-care routine so you actually stick with it and enjoy the benefits of it (7:44)  How small changes in your self-care routine are more effective long-term than massive changes (and why they make your routine more enjoyable too) (11:38)  Why "dead time" devours your free time, increases your stress, and tanks your mood (and how to swap it with activities that improve your life) (17:32)  How feeling bad about yourself is actually a great stepping stone for making positive change (19:23)  The 4 most deadly words you say to yourself that eliminates your free time (21:39)  Why you don't need motivation to practice self-care (and how to take action without relying on motivation) (24:24)  The #1 most important factor for your overall wellbeing (Hint: it's NOT nutrition, exercise, stress management, or even sleep) (27:18)  Want to improve your sexual wellness, get stronger erections, and last longer in bed? Then join the FREE 7-Day Sexual Wellness Challenge here: https://shrtlnk.co/uA27H  Want to unlock more flexibility and strength, reduce your risk of injury, and feel your absolute best over the next 7 days? Then join the FREE 7-Day Beginner's Yoga for Men Challenge here: https://ManFlowYoga.com/7dc.  Tired of doing a form of yoga that causes more injuries than it helps prevent? The cold, hard truth is men need yoga specifically designed for them. Well, here's some good news: You can start your 7-day free trial to Man Flow Yoga by visiting https://ManFlowYoga.com/join.