Self Care Assessment

How do you feel when you first wake up in the morning?

I lie there exhausted, unable to move.

I'm tired—who isn't? I can usually get myself to the coffee machine and then I’m OK.

I don’t have time to feel I’m up and out and already working through my to do list.

I’m mostly rested and ready for the day, even if I do snooze the alarm clock every so often.

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How do you feel about your performance at work?

I'm happy with how I'm doing. I mess up every now and then, but that's human and I tend to try and get support from other people when I need it.

I find myself looking at others and those others always seem to be doing a much better job than I am.

I feel like I’m just about coping with my workload, there’s always so much to do.

I’m usually on top of most things. I get the occasional insecurity but I can rise to most challenges.

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How frequently do friends or family members interrupt you while you're on the computer, phone, or tablet and ask when you're going to be off?

Only when deadlines are pressing or I'm working on a special project.

A lot. I hate it, but I have to keep in touch with what's going on.

Every day. If I miss a message or don't stay wired in, I'll be more swamped than ever.

I like to stay connected to friends and family and work is always on, but I don’t think it’s an issue.

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When your spouse or partner gives you a kiss and indicates they’re hoping for more what happens?

I want to make them happy so I put aside whatever I’m doing and focus on them.

I feel a little uncomfortable about my body but then try and focus on them and enjoying it.

I go through the motions, but sometimes I find myself thinking about work issues or even trivial things, like, "Do I have enough quinoa?"

Unless I’m really tired I respond and enjoy myself – sex is great!

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When you're out for a walk, where does your mind go?

I'm just happy to be outside. I sometimes even smile at people I don't know who are also out for the day.

I'm pretty drained. I have to order myself to keep moving and not quit.

I get lost in daydreams about all the things I have to do.

I tend to just let my mind wander – it’ll go wherever it needs to

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What did you do last weekend?

I spent time with a friend of mine who needed support.

I worked from Friday to Sunday.

I spent time with family or friends, did errands and shopping, straightened up the house; I felt really busy.

It was a mix of socializing and some down time

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The last time a friend came to you upset or crying, you probably tried to make her feel better. But what did you really think inside?

I was able to provide comfort and support and I loved being able to help.

I was sorry the person was sad, but I didn't have enough energy to give them the support they needed.

I just didn't have time to deal with a big dramatic crisis.

I was happy to help and provide support where I could.

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How's your physical health?

I have a lot of aches and pains, colds, minor infections or stomach upsets.

I'm tired all the time. I don’t know what it’s like to not be tired.

I feel okay, but I know I need to work out more frequently and get more sleep

Mostly Ok. I’ll get the odd cold and problem but mostly I’m good.

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When you think about the life of your dreams, how close does your current life come?

Who thinks about that stuff? My life is what it is and I can't do much to change it.

I’m probably not as close to my perfect life as others are but I’m always working on it.

To the outside world my life looks perfect and on paper it’s everything I wanted but honestly, I’m not sure anymore.

I’m working on it and I’m ok with that.

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What do you do to relax at night?

I read a novel, listen to music or just hang out with my friends and family.

I work out whenever I can but usually there’s not enough time.

I zone out—watch TV or surf the web—so I don't have to think.

I go to the gym, hang out with friends, chill at home – whatever my body needs.

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How often do you make time to have a massage, or beauty appointment?

I go, but less often than I should.

I push myself to go frequently so that I always look my best and everything is how it should be.

I make the appointments, but I get so busy, I end up skipping them and rescheduling, over and over.

As often as I can, I like to look good.

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Right before you fall asleep, what are you usually thinking about?

Everything that went on today and if I did everything right.

How tired and overwhelmed I feel.

What I did and didn't do today—and what I have to do tomorrow.

What a great day I’ve had and what the plans are for tomorrow.

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Your exercise routine is inspired by who or by what?

I follow what my friends are doing and what the magazines say are the best current trends but it’s really important to me I’m exercising regularly.

My personal trainer – I’m always upping my plan and changing my routine so I can be in the best possible shape.

I work out in the morning before work as it’s the only time I have to myself. I’ll do whatever class is available or follow a plan I’ve download on line that’s been highly recommended.

I like classes or certain Instagram fitness people – I just try and be healthy but I like to be inspired.

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Your ideal meal out is to what kind of restaurant?

Wherever my friend or person I’m eating with wants to go but hopefully somewhere I can eat too.

Somewhere that can cater for all my dietary needs and has gluten free, lactose free, vegan friendly food.

Somewhere fabulous where I can be seen to be living the life and has great food and I’ll be back on the diet tomorrow.

Anywhere really, I like to eat healthily but the company is more important.

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