The Art of Self Care When the World Is Hurting

The Art of Self Care When the World Is Hurting

From The Women's Sanctuary by Mind Body Spirit.fm

January 31, 2025 · 44 min

About this episode

Arlia Hoffman discusses self-care practices and the importance of being a helper/healer in challenging times.

In the chaos of the current moment, how do we keep our grounding? And how do we help? Host Arlia Hoffman shared a comprehensive guide to self-care and how to cultivate the skills of being a helper/healer. She emphasized the importance of steadfastness, self-care, and love, especially now. Drawing from Cheryl Richardson's book, 'The Art of Extreme Self Care,' she discussed essential self-care practices including self-mothering, honoring personal rhythms, protecting sensitivities, and cultivating a supportive living space. Arlia also highlighted the significance of boundaries, self-compassion, and having a “first-aid kit” ready for emotional and mental emergencies. Finally, she detailed three essential elements to become effective helpers and healers: shifting one’s perspective, embracing humility, and blessing others. Arlia also announced the return of in-person events and shared themed Spotify playlists for spiritual practice. Find her Temple playlists here: https://open.spotify.com/user/125641612?si=944919db78f841bb About The Women's Sanctuary The Women's Sanctuary was founded in 2014 as a haven for women to be in community. The Women's Sanctuary offers connection through The…

People in this episode

Host: Arlia Hoffman

Topics covered

  • self-care
  • healing
  • boundaries
  • emotional support
  • spiritual practice

Keywords

  • self-care
  • healer
  • boundaries
  • self-compassion
  • emotional emergencies
  • spiritual playlists

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Books & works: The Art of Extreme Self Care

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