self care

While the term “self care” may be self evident – that is, we all know it’s about taking care of ourselves – at Choosing Joy we believe it goes further: taking ownership of our challenges and triumphs, and learning from our experiences. Whether you’re researching all you can about your condition, committing to daily rituals of meditation or long baths to unwind, consciously choosing to surround yourself only with positive people, or simply making better food choices – you are engaging in the larger meaning of self care, building your personal knowledge and using it to bring about positive change. Each of us plays a pivotal role in our own health and wellbeing. Read on, and engage in your self care today!


Yoga relaxation meditation
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 23rd, 2007

The Power of Therapeutic Touch
Contributed by Shira on July 12th, 2007

Life after cancer treatment – Managing your emotional wellbeing
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

Challenges in relationships after undergoing treatment
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

Tips on continuing to work while dealing with cancer
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

Relax Already!!!! Having Trouble…
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

TM – The Practice not the Trademark
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

‘Coaching’ Care Can Help Cut Medical Costs (and keep you out of the hospital)
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

Being Your Own Advocate
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

Taking Charge of Your Care: “Cancer in the mind’s eye”
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

Prevention of Illness… What We Know
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

Exercise Helps Smokers Quit
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007

CDC’s Advisory Committee Recommends “Shingles” Vaccination
Contributed by The Choosing Joy Team on July 11th, 2007