Self-care Is Not Selfish, It's Essential with Heather Ash, Episode 14

In this special solo episode, host Heather Ash talks about essential self-care, why we need self-care, and how to get the self-care we need, so that we can thrive. She also talks about what it's like to be an introvert and a mom, and balancing needs for connection and quiet while being a busy mama. Finally she shares two great books for getting started with silent meditation. Highlights The benefits of getting the self-care we need What is self-care The challenges moms face in getting the self-care we need Self-care check in… How is your self-care? Priorities Benefits of meditation and mindfulness Being an introverted mom Getting the connection I need, even as a stay-at-home mom How to strengthen your self-care practice Good books about meditation How to get a free audiobook Books and Links Quiet Mind: A Beginner's Guide to Meditation, edited by Susan Piver Real Happiness, by Sharon Salzberg Shownotes can be found at happinessmama.com/14 Read the blog post this episode is based on here. Get Your Free Audio Book! www.audibletrial.com/HappinessMama Essential Oils! Happiness Mama is now offering essential oils to support you in your wellness and happiness journey. You can learn more and get started with essential oils here: abreathofhappiness.com Subscribe and Spread the Word! Make sure you get all the episodes by subscribing via I-Tunes, Stitcher, or your favorite podcatcher. (Mine is Podcast Addict!) And you can help me and our mindful mama sisters out by leaving a review on iTunes or Stitcher. More reviews will help me get the podcast to more ears. How to Subscribe to the Happiness Mama Podcast: Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to listen on Google Play Music Stay in Touch: Make sure you're getting the Newsletter! Sign up below for the Happiness Mama Newsletter and get a free guided meditation to relax and release tension and stress. Also if you want to join a wonderful community of like-minded women, come on over to the Happiness Mama Community. It's a free, kind, and supportive community of women consciously creating our happiest lives and encouraging each other along the way. Thank you so much for listening! I hope this podcast helps you live into your truest values. You deserve happiness!