Self-Care: 9 Ways To Sharpen The Mental Blade…

Be patient with yourself. Self-growth is tender; it’s holy ground. There’s no greater investment.”
Stephen Covey

The concept to sharpen the saw highlights the point that when you have been going, going, and going …and you can’t seem to see any results. Acknowledge that it’s time to stop. It’s time to refresh. It’s time for a break to get the rest you need to start thinking so you can be productive again.

Here are a few suggestions that Brett and Kate McKay shared in their article on how you can fuel your brain’s recovery and sharpen the mental blade:

Read the Great Books
Write a position paper on a topic of your choosing
Listen to a stimulating podcast
Listen to a Great Courses course
Take an online course
Attend a lecture at a local college
Join a discussion group (synergizing mental and social domains!)
Visit a museum
Watch a documentary

Did any of the above inspire you? Are there one or few that’s missing that works for you? Do share, we would love to hear.

Cheers!

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Dr. Shelly Cameron is a leadership strategist, author, and executive coach dedicated to helping individuals uncover their purpose, elevate their leadership potential, and achieve meaningful success. She is the creator of the GreenLight Leadership Framework. As the curator of SuccessfulLeaders.net, Dr. Shelly shares insights drawn from her extensive experience in organizational development, human resources, and personal growth. She is passionate about empowering professionals to navigate change, manage stress, and design fulfilling lives through intentional goal setting, self-discovery, and continuous learning. Dr. Shelly's research on Success Strategies was published in the JAABC Business Journal. She is also the author of several books, including works on leadership, success, and cultural intelligence. View all posts by Dr. Shelly

6 thoughts on “Self-Care: 9 Ways To Sharpen The Mental Blade…”

Great tips here! My personal one is to do something that makes me uncomfortable (or something that I don’t wanna do) every day. I might look into incorporating some of these into my routine as well. Thanks for sharing!

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Dr. Shelly C says:

May 8, 2021 at 1:12 pm

Like that! Do something that makes you uncomfortable. That’s how we grow. Thanks for stopping by.

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Thanks so much for this. I listen to a book or podcast, watch a documentary, movie or favorite TV show, listen to relaxing music, join a readalong, use a makeup or skincare product, or do an online course. Many things are harder for me because of my disabilities (Cerebral Palsy, Hydrocephalus and visual impairments) but my husband is my caregiver and helps with self care too.

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