Why Self-Care Felt Irritating (Until This Finally Clicked)

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Self-care. For years, I rolled my eyes at the whole concept. Between climbing the corporate ladder with three kids under five and a long list of responsibilities, self-care felt indulgent, surface-level, and honestly… kind of annoying.In this episode, I break down why self-care felt so difficult for so long, how advertising and unrealistic expectations completely missed the point, and the definition that finally made it click for me. (Spoiler: it has nothing to do with bubble baths or luxury spa days.)I also share a recent client conversation that shows why self-care and self-concept matter more than we think, especially when goals start to get bigger.ReferencesThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Intro: Why self-care always felt difficult and irritating to me[02:30] My self-care struggle: Gen X conditioning, superficial marketing, gendered expectations, and managing three young children[07:00] What self-care actually means: Building capacity through awareness, energy management, and self-kindness[11:13] When it clicked: Reframing self-care as personal agency and capacity[12:30] Client example: Why self-concept matters when setting bigger revenue goals[15:10] Reflection: Trusting yourself with awareness, energy, and compassionTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.