James Donaldson on Mental Health - Self-Care Essentials: How to Create Your Own Routine
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James Donaldson on Mental Health - Self-Care Essentials: How to Create Your Own Routine

4 min readBy James Donaldson

In today’s fast-paced world, self-care has become more than just a buzzword—it's a necessity.

In today’s fast-paced world, self-care has become more than just a buzzword—it's a necessity.

Crafting a personalized self-care routine can be your ticket to a healthier, happier life.

This guide will walk you through the essentials of creating a self-care routine that suits your unique needs.

FAQs Understanding Self-Care Self-care is a broad term that encompasses anything you do to take care of yourself.

It’s about taking the time to nurture your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Self-care isn't selfish; it's essential.

By understanding what self-care truly means, you can tailor a routine that genuinely supports your health.

Identifying Your Needs Before you can create an effective self-care routine, it's crucial to identify your personal needs.

Everyone is different, and what works for one person might not work for another.

Here’s how you can pinpoint what you need: Reflect on Your Current Lifestyle Take a moment to assess your current lifestyle.

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Author, Speaker & Mental Health Advocate · Standing Above the Crowd

James Donaldson is a former NBA All-Star (1988, Dallas Mavericks) who played 20 years of professional basketball with the Seattle SuperSonics, L.A. Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, Utah Jazz, and teams across Europe, before touring with the Harlem Globetrotters. A Washington State University graduate inducted into both the Pac-10 and WSU Athletic Halls of Fame, James went on to found The Donaldson Clinic, an outpatient physical therapy practice he operated for nearly three decades. Today he devotes his time to mental health awareness and suicide prevention — speaking to organizations, schools, and youth groups — and is the author of Standing Above the Crowd and Celebrating Your Gift of Life (2021). James recently relocated to the Dallas, TX area and believes deeply in being a role model of success and professionalism for the young people he serves.

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