How do you practice self-care?
I practice what I preach (imperfectly): proper diet, adequate sleep, regular exercise (aerobic & anaerobic), alcohol in moderation, no smoking or illicit drugs, see family doctor regularly for preventive health services, practice mindfulness, pay attention to relationships, five hugs per day (or more), have hobbies, attend to spirituality including regular church attendance, be charitable, and marry the right person.
Seems like a lot, but it keeps me healthy and happy.
Be well.
Peter M. Hartmann, MD
