Self-Care IQ Test
The most important habits you can create are the ones that keep you safe and healthy each day. Below is a daily page from your imaginary self-care diary. Read each statement entered on the page and place a check in the left-hand column if the entry is a characteristic of a typical daily self-care practice for you.
Dear Diary,
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My weight was within 5 pounds of the recommended range today. |
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I listened to my body’s needs for activity, relaxation and special care. |
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The total number of alcoholic drinks I had today was two or less. |
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I did not smoke today. |
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I felt in control of the decisions that affected my health today. |
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As a matter of habit, I buckled my seat belt every time I got into a car today. |
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Upon arising this morning, I felt rested and ready for the day. |
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I brushed and flossed my teeth today. |
Congratulations on the checks in the left-hand column. If you felt short on any of the desirable practices, you may be putting yourself at risk for illness or injury. Slowly modify your health habits in these areas.
Now it’s your turn. If you have achieved the desirable practices here, try to make a list of positive practices that you would like to do.