A trend is popping up in my posts here: Many of them are about self care. Whether it’s getting a pedicure or hair color or taking a relaxing bath…so often, I’m finding time to be mindful and present when I’m doing something to take care of myself.

Hmm. Makes me think about the value of self care. When I take action to care for my body and mind, it’s a healthy move - that I already knew. But there must be a connection with mindfulness, too. Maybe it’s the moment that I decide to be good to myself that triggers it, or maybe it’s the action of doing something healthy and reaffirming…I’m not sure.

Whatever it is, it works. So, note to self (and, dear readers, to you too): taking good care of yourself - treating your mind and body well - is great medicine. I don’t understand all the mechanics of the connection, but I don’t really need to; either way, I get all the benefit. And so will you!