Your ULTIMATE self-care guide

[@SarahNicholls]

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[@reidunregineodland6938]

I'm not a doctor, but a midwife, so still feel I can relate. I only work night shifts and have done so for the past 6 years, and I start to feel it. I've been so exhausted I almost haven't been able to get out of bed. I've always known night shifts are not exactly good for my health, but it has worked out so well as I have been able to be there for my children when they need me. I'm now on my way to declutter the entire house, prioritizing sleep, nutrition and exercizing. I also try to make time for my hobbies guilt free. I feel a lot better, but I still slip from time to time where I get overwhelmed. Videos like these are empowering, and I get lots of value from them.

[@SarahNicholls]

It's such a difficult conundrum with the night shifts because they can fit so nicely around your schedule and the pay can be good, but they really take their toll. I've worked night shifts for years, and similar to you, I did a few years of exclusively doing nights. After my stepdad passed away and I had some time off to grieve, I realised just how much of a toll they were taking on my physical and mental health and I decided to take a step back from them and change my work schedule. I've honestly never felt healthier, but my bank account took a big hit!! I hope you find something that works well for you ❤️

[@reidunregineodland6938]

Thank you!

[@nunereclipsereborn]

​@@SarahNichollsUSA doesn't have free market medicine. It's a corporatist healthcare system.

[@colettespencer3357]

​@@reidunregineodland6938I totally understand! Same! Nurse here ❤

[@emma.l1224]

I just found this chanel today and yeah im also a registered midwife with having the same lifestyle as most other health workers

[@carolebartley]

Wow Sarah. Hi. Caffeine cortisol and dry shampoo?! Have you been watching me? 😂 I’m a registered nurse. And a daughter of aging parents. And I have three kids in college. And I am strung out, frazzled, tired, living on Celsius, and ready for a change! You are awesome.

[@lilibethvilella]

“We cannot heal what we don’t acknowledge” is true. Book The Sun Always Pierces Through

[@alexandramassler4141]

Would love to see a weekly reset video, healthy meal prep, & morning and night routines.

[@brightpage1020]

Showering more than once per week. Eating healthy meals and snacks. Getting outside an hour per day (or 2 1/2 hours, or 3 -4 10-15 minute jaunts). Exercising: biking, dancing, tennis, kayaking… swimming, horseback riding… being honest with myself and others, improving or maintaining my integrity. Journaling my feelings. Meditating. Reading the Bible. Reading novels. Taking some sort of course: cooking, blogging, history… traveling, updating my kids’ passports… financially taking care of myself. Decluttering my home, cleaning it. Shopping! As a reward, not over shopping as therapeutic escape into a life I wish I had rather than serving the one I’m actively cultivating. Rest. Resting. An evening routine. Chamomile tea. A bath with epsom salts. Taking my kids out for fun days and vacations to enjoyable places, fun! Seeing and talking to the best old friends once per week each! Calling my mom every day. Gifting for those I love more thoughtfully and planning those well in advance. Attending and being an active church member. Meeting new people and being more open to new friend in our new small town…playing piano or guitar or making music for 20 minutes per day. Practicing as praise. Learning a new language. Chinese, French, Russian… Spanish review. Planning a trip to El Salvador… I have more bigger dreams that I long for and try for but fail so much slipping under the daily requirements for survival. Can’t seem to gain traction on the bigger things when making doctors appointments and managing calendars for the family as an ADHD mom against ever changing insurance rounds. Emotional safety. I used to be so great at this. “Making your home Cozy”. Has been on my list over a year already. Connecting rituals with each kid around their interests. Learning to delegate and manage more than task.

[@goddessphumi]

do u really shower once a week ?

[@brightpage1020]

@@goddessphumi nah. 2, maybe 3 times. We have a 40 acre farm providing local produce year round, 4 children (one with special needs), 8 chickens, a dog, and 2 side hustles. My bedtime is between 12-1 am and my wake time is 5-6 am. I prioritize sleep. I could wake at 4 instead and shower then but my body disagrees. Because I’m the mom so I’m cooking, laundering, doing errands, dishes, calling vets, groomers, managing doc appointments, treatments, therapies… boo-boos, managing behavior (my own and my children’s), activities… my production schedule for my 2 side hustles and helping my husband with the farm. I could and should but I’m beat. Soon, we’ll be able to get more help, like next year, and I look forward to that. Summers by the lake my extended family visits and that’s my time to shine up. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins… all chillaxing on the lake together (northern Michigan). We offload the kids to them to catch up with stuff for us. It’s great. 👍 We may have overextended ourselves, but this is how we learn to go above and beyond our comfort zones to see what we are capable of achieving. It’s an important and valuable example for our children. We moved here a couple years ago from the desert… because things grow here (and crime in CA got too bad to raise a family in for us). We bought cash paid for this land and we aim to work it. No mortgage was a big risk and we knew it would be tight… so we signed up for it. I really can’t complain. It’s a great life out here. Keeps us out of trouble and will help steer the kids as they become teens in a few years towards responsibility instead of away from it, if we do things right, here. Weight of the world is on those kids. We want them to have fun with it. Priorities. If I have to skip a day or two of showers to sleep it’s worth it.

[@reginaschwab6286]

Sounds exhausting and 5-6 hrs sleep is too little.

[@pratikpatkar8490]

Ok, here is what I have decided. I simply need to hear at least 10 minutes of your podcast every single day! I have been doing that for the past one month and my life has just been getter better and better

[@SarahNicholls]

OK well this is just the loveliest comment ever 🥰🙌 yay! Have there been any main tips that have been the most helpful?

[@pratikpatkar8490]

​@@SarahNicholls, you keeping hammering on the same point over and over again. Simple life, slow life, love life, self love..... all this is very much needed for me because I have spent 43 years of my life running after the wrong things. Finally, someone like you comes around and tells me that whatever I am is good enough and I should live life for myself not spend it meeting the world's expectations. Had you not hammered this point in my head, I dont know where I would be today. Thank you!

[@adorapollard7308]

I would love to see a video on your weekly and monthly reset routine ☺️

[@SarahNicholls]

Coming soon! Thank you 🫶

[@laurinda9009]

Me too 😀

[@TheFleabs]

Me too!

[@CSwannart]

Thank you. I’m 72 years old, and I need to change my life. You are so young, and so wise. I’m going to start my self care tomorrow. I’m not sure having your nails done is not a to do item. I’ve rarely spent the money on that, but when I did I felt great. You see your nails, and when they are professionally manicured, you feel pretty! I did notice that.

[@SarahNicholls]

How lovely! Thank you for this kind comment 🥰 and yes, doesn't it make all the difference in the world when your nails look nice?

[@carolinekelly8481]

As a single parent I get frequent burnout juggling all the responsibilities! Thank you for this ❤

[@SarahNicholls]

You're so welcome!

[@lisaa6099]

Thanks, self-care is more than putting on a face mask or writing in a journal with a calligraphy pen. For those of us who are exhausted, we need much more than some fancy label clothing to cheer us up.

[@oscar9060]

Hah! Tell me about it. That expensive calligraphy class and expensive things did not help with my mental health Saying NO to toxic people (colleagues), nutritious food, good sleep, warm shower and solitude are priceless! ❤

[@SausalitoVicki]

Sarah, thank you so much for this. Registered nurse here, who often gives and gives at work and at home, leading to burnout. Love the adage “setting yourself on fire to keep others warm…”

[@potionprincess1]

I really liked the way you broke down the hierarchy of needs, especially the way you talked about safety and how you articulated it in things like boundaries and toxic people, environment. Because I think sometimes all these things are often talked about individually like "you need to work on your boundaries" for stress etc, but seeing how it fits into the basic hierarchy was the "ah" moment 😂. I am going to read that book the mountain is you as well. Thanks Sarah! I'm not a healthcare professional but in the fmcg industry but very familiar with cycles of burnout so your content is so useful for helping to get out of these. ❤

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you! I'm glad you found it helpful 🙌

[@cherokee9667]

This is beautiful, so helpful,practical,I really enjoyed this and I also love your voice, it's feminine pretty and even paced,you are easy to follow and I also took notes. I'm a Transformational Life Coach and this is so so good!! Thank you Sarah ❤

[@SarahNicholls]

Oh wow, that means so much to me, thank you!! 🫶✨️

[@cosymoments]

Love your videos!! Could you do a video on living well with anxiety / panic attacks?

[@MargaretKoelmel-b5k]

I am a nurse who just found you today. I am thriving and I want to continue to keep my momentum going.

[@SarahNicholls]

Yay! Welcome to the channel 🫶✨️ thanks for being here

[@janetphillips9233]

Such common sense to look after ourselves first, thank you for breaking it down into bite size pieces.

[@jesuslewis9677]

Thanks!

[@SarahNicholls]

Wow! Thank you so much 💓 that means a lot

[@jesuslewis9677]

@@SarahNicholls You deserve more than that because you work hard. And people need to pour into your life. When I get more I will give you more than that. Thanks for educating people out there with your gift.

[@karenlouis7808]

Yes, yes, on the Weekly Reset. Great content!

[@clairesingleton7399]

I’d love to see a weekly reset. Thanks so much for sharing ❤xxx

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you! Watch this space x

[@suer292]

Monthly reset routine would be very useful. Thank you for you 🌿

[@SuzannesLife-ok4pn]

Thank you, some lovely habits to develop. I would be interested in a morning self care routine as I’m guilty of just getting up, hopping straight into the shower and getting ready for work.

[@connien7690]

I really enjoyed this and I have been working on self care for a few years now. I feel it is one of the most important things that I do for myself. I used to think it was selfish, but now I feel it is so well needed for me to thrive. Thank you! Connie

[@lawyerdebbie]

Such a great video. I love the idea of making sure you take a bit of time each week to just be yourself. So many great actionable tips here and I really value that nearly all of these are things that don’t cost anything

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you! Although I definitely still want to get an LED face mask 😆

[@natalialenchuk1759]

This is so different from any self care videos/tips - comprehensive, down to earth, a really deep dive. Thanks, definitely a like from me)

[@SarahNicholls]

Oh I'm so pleased! Hope it was useful for you 🙌 thanks for watching.

[@monicamosack9604]

Wow…that was so helpful. I always think I need to set goals for myself to make myself do things I don’t seem to have time for. It’s amazing how many of those things are self care items. Thinking of those as ways to care for myself is a very helpful idea. There are so many ways I can take care of myself so I won’t be so tired.

[@SarahNicholls]

So glad you found it helpful ❤️🙌

[@booknerd4317]

Omg coffee, cortisol and dry shampoo! Yes that is me right now!! So glad I found your channel! ♥️

[@SarahNicholls]

It's the trilogy of health 🤣🙈

[@denisemcmullin7449]

THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH 💓!!!

[@rachelmoss8829]

Would love to see your weekly and monthly reset routine! Th ask for sharing, love your channel x

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you! Will do!

[@BlueApplesWhat]

Something I’ve struggled with recently, does anyone have advice? So this year has been the worst for me mentally and physically and i kind of lost all support from friends? And when i spoke to one friend recently she just mentioned how she felt she was trying a lot to make me happy when we last hung out but off if im struggling I wasn’t my old happy carefree self. And i read a quote recently smth like if you can share my wins then you can share my pain? Something like that. Idk i feel like bad obviously people dont want to be around sad people but shouldn’t my friends support me? Are they friends if they only want to see me when im happy? Idk if i explained that well :(

[@jenniferhill1750]

Thank you so much. Just what I needed. I have just subscribed. Looking forward to your videos.

[@SarahNicholls]

Welcome aboard!

[@cheeryohzb9581]

Its interesting how you were saying, we're always giving and not making any time for ourselves. Except you find even in the present time, we"re still giving.

[@LizManeschijn]

Dear Dr Sarah, thank you for your lovely videos - thank you for sharing your wisdom! I am amazed that someone as young as you has already obtained so much wisdom. I love listening to your beautiful peaceful voice, you immediately put me at ease. My life is completely upside down right now - but listening to you helps me to make sense and get my feet back on the ground again. Thank you and God bless you! ❤

[@SarahNicholls]

Well this has just made my day!! Thank you for such a lovely comment 💕 om.so sorry life is upside down right now. I hope things turn a corner for you soon.

[@faceyogamaster]

Loved this, many thanks.❤😊

[@danagodfrey2979]

Thankyou thankyou for a great video cheers

[@saras4472]

Such a great video, thank you Sarah!

[@SarahNicholls]

Yay! Thank you 🥰

[@kathyodonnell6067]

Great video thanks, I need this. You mentioned about self sabotage and this is bothering me, I recently took on a new role in work and enjoyed it but then when it was offered on a permanent basis I didn't go for it, I'm 55 worked all my life and I felt I didn't need the extra work, want to have time for me and garden etc, but then friends made me feel i wsx self sabotage and making excuses!!!! Tks for the videos

[@jennyarmstrong9433]

Glad I found your video.Excited to watch your other videos.Thank youu

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you 🤗

[@lyjen_1011]

I really need to hear this today thank you so much

[@SarahNicholls]

You are so welcome 🫶

[@MiaSharniNDilisana]

thank you for this video xx bless you

[@SarahNicholls]

You are so welcome

[@kimberlytate2623]

THANK YOU FOR SHARING THIS GREAT INFORMATION WITH ME ❤

[@SarahNicholls]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching 🫶✨️

[@lamiaabukamer1862]

Thank you. Very inspiring

[@Suziwellbeingchannel]

I am on a plan I had chippy but not done for so many months was ok . And I used to lye what eat as so much pressure to be well in this country UK ND glad I have clicked.

[@radharampaul742]

Great content..morning routine also changed by life..but I definently need to work on reading more

[@SarahNicholls]

That's so cool to hear about the morning routine! I've found that reading for 10 mins in the morning is a good way for me to squeeze in reading. And listening to audiobooks!

[@kimsmith1541]

Hi sarah, what a great video. I have been taking small steps to improve my life, like stopping night shifts. I will read the book on self sabotage, as I know at times I do this too. By you breaking down how to add self care into routines the week, gives me confidence that I can fit them whilst working 2 jobs 1 full time and a part time one to fulfil my current financial needs. Hope you do the weekly and monthly reset vodeo. Take care ❤

[@SarahNicholls]

Glad it was helpful!

[@laurinda9009]

Great video 😊 thankyou Dr Sarah

[@SarahNicholls]

Thanks for watching!

[@MargaretKoelmel-b5k]

This month I want to improve with meal planning and waking up at 7a to have more time for exercise 1st thing in the morning.

[@SarahNicholls]

LOVE THIS!! Would love to hear how you get on 🙌

[@annacockburn418]

Loved it ! Thank you

[@SarahNicholls]

So glad!

[@potionprincess1]

Yes please for the weekly reset video!

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you!! I'll make that soon 😊

[@lindaanderson4990]

Yes, weekly reset please.

[@supriyachugh2653]

Please make video on weekly reset routine

[@JenF-m5g]

Thank you for this video. New subscriber . Everything you mentioned in the video is what I need to start practicing right away. I just turned 56 and have been grieving over a loss, I’m taking care of everyone but neglecting me 😢. And I started by ordering one of the books you recommended 😊 Thank you 😊

[@SarahNicholls]

Oh, I am so sorry for your loss 😞 grief is so difficult. You're right, it's so important to make time for ourselves and not just everyone else. Here is your permission to be selfish!!

[@Hayley749]

Love this thank you x

[@SarahNicholls]

You're so welcome!

[@TheFleabs]

Would love to see your resets

[@SarahNicholls]

Here you go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqrZhpKFncSebqMsi=sRqs171Yza9-0Vt-

[@piunayak4079]

Great video!! Thanks for sharing and lots of love❤❤

[@SarahNicholls]

You are so welcome!

[@adri_psych]

Great video :) would love to see a goal setting, or planning, or overall productivity system.

[@SarahNicholls]

Great idea! Thank you 🙌

[@myprideandjoie]

Great tips! Thanks for sharing.

[@SarahNicholls]

You are so welcome!

[@myprideandjoie]

@@SarahNicholls 🤗

[@marybrigham1708]

This is good for caregivers of any kind, medical professionals and otherwise

[@SarahNicholls]

Definitely!

[@himalayahami]

I really enjoyed the vlog I think it's like a life saving suggestions ,🌟

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you!!

[@Val-Lullycat]

Thank you xx

[@SarahNicholls]

You are so welcome

[@babolmia5992]

First time ,i watch your video wich is very impressed me a lot

[@SarahNicholls]

So nice of you!

[@aishajalilansari]

I’m a mother of small children and every form of self care feels a luxury I can never have 😢 I can’t even sleep properly because of night feeds but Ill still follow all your points

[@SarahNicholls]

I'm here to say you HAVE to prioritise your own needs. You and your kids lives will be sooo much better when you fill your own cup! You've got this ✨️

[@antoinettedamiano6890]

Thank you

[@nancyesposito874]

Loved this

[@BevMartin-ue6hu]

Another great video x

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you so much, Bev 🫶✨️😘 I appreciate you watching!

[@Kneecap22]

Thank you.

[@deborah972]

Hello dr sarah great video we know that too many sugar bad for the skin thank you for everything ❤ xx

[@burcuekin240]

I really enjoyed a watching 🎉

[@rawanrawan2339]

Wwwoooooow thanx a lot 🙏🏻

[@SarahNicholls]

@@rawanrawan2339 you're so welcome!

[@AW-lp4vm]

Good viceo! :) Yes please to the reset video as well.

[@SarahNicholls]

Yay thank you! Will do 🙌

[@RashelleRose]

Oh lord I need this in my life 🎉🙏🥰💗

[@samyafawz3695]

Thank you ❤

[@chathuzlifediary]

Love the content!!❤❤

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you!!

[@Suziwellbeingchannel]

I need to change my habit but September starting ballet which went to June but their on hols now. I have got to comforty In my house 😢

[@normidwest1316]

what a helpful video

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you so much! Glad it was helpful 💕

[@hananreda718]

Hello there Can you please help with ones who are relocating to another country, packing the whole house. It’s very tiring and draining

[@SarahNicholls]

Good luck with the move!!

[@Randorandom232]

Why do I keep telling myself "I wish things were different" but keep doing the same thing -- giving up and laying in bed after all these years?

[@SarahNicholls]

Very difficult to answer in the comments section of youtube, but sending you love and don't be afraid to reach out for help from a doctor or counsellor if you haven't already 🫶

[@eatcookbakeRD]

The trifecta! Caffeine, cortisol and dry shampoo 😂 how long did it take you to become truly well? At the beginning of my journey

[@SarahNicholls]

The trifecta 🤣 honestly, it took me over a year to start feeling better, maybe 18 months. Some people recover much faster. Always happy to help if you need it 🫶✨️

[@eatcookbakeRD]

@SarahNicholls I've been stressed almost every day for the last 5-6 years so I suspect it will take some time 😅

[@stephanie4175]

I’m 10 minutes in and I don’t even understand this. I don’t have any of this and the concept is so foreign to me. Sounds nice and would be nice.

[@SarahNicholls]

You can do it 🙌 watch the video as many times as you need to let it all sink in. This stuff is sooo important!

[@drvasu2000]

You are beautiful with brains ❤

[@poorvakaul1459]

V nice

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you 🥰

[@sarahspring3143]

😢😢c 😊

[@AxmedKaamil-w6j]

Give me 1moths

[@Suziwellbeingchannel]

I can't buy your programmes will listen just happy not American blog xx

[@HH-zb5ul]

You are doctor student or work as doctor ?

[@SarahNicholls]

Doctor! I have been a doctor for 7 years

[@HH-zb5ul]

@@SarahNicholls All respect to you , Do you have a medical blog or website , l love to read about medical although it is not my specialization

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you so much! If you go to my playlists, you'll see one called VLOGS, and I have loads of videos in there about my medical experiences and some case discussions 😊 hope you find them interesting!

[@sinusainulabdeen-hydros679]

Thankyou very much for your videos Sarah !

[@salk2555]

Good video thanks. I was at the point where all I thought about was work and trying to stop being like that- very helpful advice here. Can you do a video on the weekly reset?

[@SarahNicholls]

Thank you 🥰

[@Contentbybridgette]

🩵🩵🩵🩵🌹🌹🌹 SuperStar Sarah!!!

[@Contentbybridgette]

So Grateful to find you. YOU HAVR CHANGED MY LIFE. I am reposting this on my stories XOXO @content_by_bridgette