Self-Care Vocabulary

noun a hypothetical cycle in psychological or emotional functioning

• Research has shown that individuals have unique biorhythms that can affect their daily performance.
• I can never seem to get my biorhythm in sync with my work schedule.
• My biorhythm is all over the place today, I just can't seem to focus.
• Her biorhythm seemed to be in tune with the natural world, always knowing when to rest and when to be active.

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

• I am currently doing research for my thesis.
• What are you doing this weekend?
• I'm just doing my thing, you know?
• She's doing her best to cope with the situation.

verb to relax or slow down; to make less intense or severe

• It is important to ease up on the strict regulations to promote innovation in the industry.
• Hey, ease up on the criticism, I'm doing the best I can.
• Dude, ease up, no need to stress over it.
• Sometimes you just need to ease up and go with the flow of life.

adjective describes the state of being in good health or showing good health

• It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating nutritious foods and exercising regularly.
• I feel so much better after switching to a healthier diet and cutting out junk food.
• I'm trying to get my body right by eating clean and staying healthy.
• A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body for overall well-being.

noun a person who suffers from insomnia, a sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep

• The doctor diagnosed him as an insomniac due to his chronic inability to fall asleep.
• My friend is such an insomniac, she's always up late scrolling through her phone.
• I feel like such an insomniac when I can't stop binge-watching Netflix late into the night.
• The city that never sleeps is like an insomniac, always buzzing with activity.

verb to provide with the food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition

• It is important to nourish your body with a balanced diet rich in nutrients.
• Make sure to nourish yourself with plenty of fruits and vegetables.
• I need to nourish myself with some good home-cooked food.
• Reading books helps nourish the mind and soul.

verb to indulge with every attention, comfort, and kindness; to spoil

• The spa offers a variety of treatments to pamper their clients.
• I like to pamper myself with a bubble bath and a good book.
• I'm going to pamper myself with a shopping spree this weekend.
• The wealthy businessman was used to being pampered by his assistants.

noun a new supply of energy

verb to regain energy or strength

• It is important to recharge your energy levels by getting enough rest and sleep.
• I need to recharge my phone before we head out.
• I'm going to hit up the coffee shop to recharge before the meeting.
• Spending time in nature always helps me recharge my soul.

noun a person's essential being that distinguishes them from others

adjective of, by, in, or with oneself or itself

• It is important to practice self-discipline in order to achieve your goals.
• I need to work on my self-control when it comes to eating junk food.
• She's all about that self-love and positivity.
• Sometimes we need to look within ourselves to find the answers we seek.

noun a reduction in speed or the act of decreasing speed

verb to reduce the speed of something

• The driver was advised to slow down as he approached the sharp curve.
• Hey, you need to slow down a bit on those turns!
• Dude, you gotta chill and slow your roll.
• It's important to slow down and enjoy the journey instead of rushing through life.

verb to disconnect or remove an electrical device from a power source

• It is important to remember to unplug electronic devices when they are not in use to save energy.
• I always feel more relaxed when I unplug from my phone and spend time outdoors.
• Dude, you need to unplug and chill out for a bit.
• Sometimes, the best way to recharge is to unplug from the chaos of everyday life.

adjective not feeling anxious or concerned; relaxed and calm

• Despite the criticism, she remained unbothered and focused on her work.
• She's totally unbothered by what others think of her.
• He's so unbothered, nothing can shake his confidence.
• Like a duck in water, she glided through the chaos unbothered.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

pronoun a word that can function by itself as a noun phrase and that refers either to the participants in the discourse or to someone or something mentioned elsewhere in the discourse

• It is important to prioritize your good health by eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly.
• Don't forget to take care of your health by getting enough sleep and drinking plenty of water.
• Yo, make sure you're looking after your health by staying active and eating clean.
• Just like a plant needs water and sunlight to thrive, you need to take care of your good health to live a fulfilling life.

noun a person who is qualified to practice medicine

verb to cure or treat a patient

pronoun referring to the physician

• The phrase 'Physician, heal thyself' is often used in a metaphorical sense to suggest that one should attend to their own faults before criticizing others.
• Hey, remember the saying 'Physician, heal thyself'? It's like telling someone to fix their own problems before trying to fix others'.
• Yo, dude, have you ever heard of 'Physician, heal thyself'? It's like saying sort your own stuff out before meddling in others'.
• When it comes to giving advice, sometimes we all need to remember the old adage 'Physician, heal thyself'.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

adverb a word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

conjunction a word that connects words, phrases, or clauses

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• It is not advisable to spread yourself too thin by taking on too many responsibilities at once.
• Don't spread yourself too thin by trying to do too many things at once.
• Dude, don't spread yourself too thin or you'll burn out.
• Just like butter on toast, spreading yourself too thin will leave you feeling depleted.