When life gets busy, taking care of yourself is often one of the first things to disappear from the schedule.
The Self-Care Jumpstart Workbook helps you figure out what you actually need, identify what's getting in the way, and create a realistic self-care plan that fits your life.
How this workbook can help:
Figure out what kind of self-care you actually need
Make room for yourself without adding another overwhelming task to your list
Build simple habits you can realistically maintain
The Self-Care Jumpstart Workbook is a guided digital workbook designed to help you create a more realistic approach to taking care of yourself.
Instead of handing you a checklist of things you're supposed to do, it helps you look at your own life. Where are you running on empty? What would make things easier? What do you need more of? What needs to change?
From there, you'll create a self-care approach that actually works for you, because sometimes self-care is a relaxing afternoon and sometimes it's finally dealing with the thing that's been stressing you out for three months.
Self-care works better when it's based on what you need rather than what someone on the internet says you should be doing.
This workbook can help you:
Recognize where you're feeling depleted or overwhelmed.
Identify the kinds of support and care you need right now.
Let go of self-care expectations that don't fit your life.
Find small opportunities to take better care of yourself during ordinary days.
Set boundaries around your time and energy.
Create habits that support you without making your schedule even more complicated.
You don't need to overhaul your entire life; you just need a few changes to help life feel more manageable.
Inside the workbook, you'll:
Take stock of how you're caring for yourself today.
Explore different areas of self-care and identify where you need more support.
Recognize habits and expectations that are draining your energy.
Brainstorm realistic ways to meet your needs.
Choose small changes you can begin right away.
Create your own personal self-care plan.
By the end, you'll know what taking better care of yourself actually looks like in your life.
I've talked to so many people who know they need more self-care but can't figure out where they're supposed to fit it.
And frankly, being handed another list of things you "should" be doing isn't particularly helpful when you're already overwhelmed.
I created this workbook to approach self-care differently.
Instead of asking you to squeeze more activities into an already busy life, it helps you pay attention to what you need and find practical ways to support yourself.
Some days that might mean doing something you enjoy, and other days it might mean saying no, asking someone else to handle dinner, going to bed, or finally making that appointment you've been avoiding.
PDF that you can print.
Letter size (8.5 × 11").
Instant digital download.
Download available for 30 days after purchase.
Digital product only. No physical item will be shipped.
What if I don't have much time for self-care?
That's exactly why this workbook focuses on realistic changes. You won't be asked to create an elaborate daily routine. You'll look for ways to take better care of yourself within the life you're already living.
Is this just about relaxation?
No. Rest and relaxation can certainly be part of self-care, but they're only part of the picture. Self-care can also include boundaries, relationships, your environment, asking for help, managing responsibilities, making time for fun, and taking care of practical needs.
What if I already know what I should be doing?
Knowing and doing are two different things. (Annoying, isn't it?) This workbook helps you move beyond knowing what would help and figure out how to make it realistically happen.
You don't need a perfect routine or hours of free time. Start with what you need today, make one small change, and build from there.
The Self-Care Jumpstart Workbook will help you get started.
When life gets busy, taking care of yourself is often one of the first things to disappear from the schedule.
The Self-Care Jumpstart Workbook helps you figure out what you actually need, identify what's getting in the way, and create a realistic self-care plan that fits your life.
How this workbook can help:
Figure out what kind of self-care you actually need
Make room for yourself without adding another overwhelming task to your list
Build simple habits you can realistically maintain
The Self-Care Jumpstart Workbook is a guided digital workbook designed to help you create a more realistic approach to taking care of yourself.
Instead of handing you a checklist of things you're supposed to do, it helps you look at your own life. Where are you running on empty? What would make things easier? What do you need more of? What needs to change?
From there, you'll create a self-care approach that actually works for you, because sometimes self-care is a relaxing afternoon and sometimes it's finally dealing with the thing that's been stressing you out for three months.
Self-care works better when it's based on what you need rather than what someone on the internet says you should be doing.
This workbook can help you:
Recognize where you're feeling depleted or overwhelmed.
Identify the kinds of support and care you need right now.
Let go of self-care expectations that don't fit your life.
Find small opportunities to take better care of yourself during ordinary days.
Set boundaries around your time and energy.
Create habits that support you without making your schedule even more complicated.
You don't need to overhaul your entire life; you just need a few changes to help life feel more manageable.
Inside the workbook, you'll:
Take stock of how you're caring for yourself today.
Explore different areas of self-care and identify where you need more support.
Recognize habits and expectations that are draining your energy.
Brainstorm realistic ways to meet your needs.
Choose small changes you can begin right away.
Create your own personal self-care plan.
By the end, you'll know what taking better care of yourself actually looks like in your life.
I've talked to so many people who know they need more self-care but can't figure out where they're supposed to fit it.
And frankly, being handed another list of things you "should" be doing isn't particularly helpful when you're already overwhelmed.
I created this workbook to approach self-care differently.
Instead of asking you to squeeze more activities into an already busy life, it helps you pay attention to what you need and find practical ways to support yourself.
Some days that might mean doing something you enjoy, and other days it might mean saying no, asking someone else to handle dinner, going to bed, or finally making that appointment you've been avoiding.
PDF that you can print.
Letter size (8.5 × 11").
Instant digital download.
Download available for 30 days after purchase.
Digital product only. No physical item will be shipped.
What if I don't have much time for self-care?
That's exactly why this workbook focuses on realistic changes. You won't be asked to create an elaborate daily routine. You'll look for ways to take better care of yourself within the life you're already living.
Is this just about relaxation?
No. Rest and relaxation can certainly be part of self-care, but they're only part of the picture. Self-care can also include boundaries, relationships, your environment, asking for help, managing responsibilities, making time for fun, and taking care of practical needs.
What if I already know what I should be doing?
Knowing and doing are two different things. (Annoying, isn't it?) This workbook helps you move beyond knowing what would help and figure out how to make it realistically happen.
You don't need a perfect routine or hours of free time. Start with what you need today, make one small change, and build from there.
The Self-Care Jumpstart Workbook will help you get started.
Format: Digital interactive PDF—fillable on-screen or printable if you like to write things out by hand.
Created by Michelle Arseneault, Certified Life Coach.
