self-care

noun

: care for oneself
stroke victims capable of daily self-care
the necessity of busy working parents to take time for self-care
specifically : health care provided by oneself often without the consultation of a medical professional
Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are a common route for self-care, and consumers are eagerly using them … Alison Stein Wellner
sometimes used before another noun
At-home screening is one side of the burgeoning self-care movement … Stephen Rae

Examples of self-care in a Sentence

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Setting boundaries and recognizing that self-care is an investment in your ability to lead effectively can create a more balanced and sustainable approach to the season. 4. Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024 Experts also suggest parents practice self-care during the holidays. Mindy Mizell, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024 These experiences not only enriched his portrayal of Isaiah but also reinforced the importance of self-care on set. Okla Jones, Essence, 24 Dec. 2024 San Francisco's Family Caregiver Alliance also has support groups and advice on self-care. Kat McGowan, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for self-care 

Word History

First Known Use

1841, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of self-care was in 1841

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“Self-care.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-care. Accessed 1 Jan. 2025.

Medical Definition

self-care

noun
: care for oneself : self-treatment
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