LibGuides: Digital Book Displays: Self-Care Awareness (September)

Physical Health & Wellness

Relaxation & Stress Relief

Social Well-Being

Financial Wellness

Hobbies

Therapy

About This Virtual Display

September is Self-Care Awareness Month. There are many forms of self-care, including physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and financial. All forms of self-care contribute to health, wellness, and, in turn, success and happiness. Please check out the resources in this digital book display for self-care ideas and information on the benefits of practicing self-care.

Web Resources

Self-Care (Active Minds)
Nonprofit organization that focuses on the importance of self-care and provides many suggestions for self-care activities.
Caring for Your Mental Health (NIMH)
From the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), information, links, and videos related to mental health and self-care topics.
Self-Care (Anna Freud Centre)
World-leading mental health charity for children and families, the Anna Freud Centre provides a wealth on information and resources related to self-care.
International Self-Care Foundation
International Self-Care Foundation (ISF) focuses on a framework for self-care that can conveniently be visualized and organized around seven ‘pillars’ of self-care.
Apps for Mental Health & Wellness
A list from Lakeland Library of apps related to mental health and wellness.
Meditation Research Guide
From Lakeland Library, a guide with links to books, articles, multimedia, and local resources for meditation.

Sanvello

Sanvello
Lakeland is partnering with Sanvello to offer you free premium access to their valuable mental health app. In the app, select "Get Started." When registering, enter your Lakeland email address. Sanvello provides on-demand access to high-quality virtual coaching and care based on the principles of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness meditation.

What is Self-Care & Self-Compassion?

A Self-Care Action Plan