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Promoting Well-Being by Showing the Path to a Healthier, More Vibrant Lifestyle

Empowering Health through Self-Care since 2011

At the International Self-Care Foundation, we believe that self-care is not just an option but a fundamental pillar of overall health. Established in 2011, our nonprofit organization is committed to promoting self-care as an essential component of wellbeing.

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The Seven Pillars of Self-Care

Following the seven pillars of self-care leads to improved health, significant savings in healthcare costs, and enhanced productivity. Our mission is to educate and empower individuals to embrace these principles in their daily lives.

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ISF and SCARU have teamed up to provide a comprehensive self-care app to support your own efforts.

You can download the free App HERE

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Heat waves are a new normal it seems. So what is your #selfcare plan for avoiding health hazards from strong heat? Harvard Health Publishing has some great tips about making a plan for managing in the hot weather. ow.ly/z9XX50WjAIh #sevenpillarsofselfcare ... See MoreSee Less
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Useful infographics has provided some great tips for how #selfcare can support mental wellbeing. Just taking some time to take these simple actions pays big dividends. #sevenpillarsofselfcare ... See MoreSee Less
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This year’s #Internationalselfcaremonth is off to a great start. We are focussing on physical activity which is the third pillar of the #sevenpillarsofselfcare. This article gives a great summary and looks at the benefits of being active. ow.ly/mRfZ50Wg0QT #selfcare ... See MoreSee Less
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Today is the start to #internationalselfcaremonth. The #ISF created Selfcare Day (7/24) and WHO expanded the celebration of #selfcare to a month-long event. Following the #sevenpillarsofselfcare pays off big in health and mental wellbeing. Read more: ow.ly/hNgp50Wfpbo ... See MoreSee Less
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