finished reading but continuing the work

This is the right book at the right time for me. It's self-care on a deeper level than manicures and massages. Each chapter focuses on an aspect of life, delving into how to practice self-care, but the psychology behind it.  My therapist introduced me to the book (and journal), and we've been working on a chapter at a time.  

Beginning with a chapter that defines self-care and its importance, it then creates plans dedicated to: Social, Physical, Intellectual, Vocational, Emotional, and Spiritual Self-Care; not just offering practical strategies but exploring and explaining why these areas are crucial for overall health. The book empowered me to craft my own self-care plan through thoughtful exercises, making it a valuable tool that isn't cookie-cutter advice for the masses.

I have been gifting copies of the book and journal to my friends.  It's having a profound impact on me.

From the publisher:

Real self care practices to enrich every part of your life

Picture your best life: Where would you work? What would your social calendar look like? What personal interests would you be exploring? This book is your prescription to turn those visions into a reality—with proven self care strategies for every area of your life.

The Self Care Prescription empowers you to find balance and purpose in your relationships, work, and life. From creating a plan to spend more time with family and friends, to zeroing-in on a career that you can feel good about, the book will help you create a personalized self care plan. You’ll also learn actionable techniques to fight anxiety, demotivation, or whatever else is holding you back from building the life you want to live.

The Self Care Prescription includes:

Self care 101—Learn what “self care” really means, and how you can start practicing it every day. A full-spectrum plan—Bring self care to the physical, spiritual, emotional, intellectual, vocational, and social areas of your life. Best-life strategies—Unwind with mindfulness breathing practices or start eating right with healthy meal planning—you’ll find tons of actionable self care techniques to help you reach your goals.

Be the friend you want to be to yourself and others. Be engaged with what you do. Whatever self care means to you, you’ll find your own personal practice in this book.