I’ve always thought that consistent self-care is an act of rebellion in a society that tells women they need to give and nurture until they collapse. But now more than ever, self-care feels like a meaningful act. A political act. A statement that you are worth caring for. And an essential part of staying mentally and physically healthy enough to stay active and do the work that needs doing. 

Because holy shit is there a lot of work that needs doing. We’ve got a racist president to eject from the White House. Systematic racism that we must continue to dismantle. Introspection to do on our role in the current status quo and how to move forward differently.

We can’t afford to burn out. We can’t afford to let ourselves become numb and apathetic. We have to be proactive in taking extra good care of ourselves so that we have the energy to keep putting one foot in front of the other on the path to justice and equality.

In that spirit, here’s our guide to taking care of yourself--body, mind and spirit--in these stressful times.