Self-care

/ˌsɛlfˈkɛə/

स्व-देखभाल (सेल्फ-केयर)

Origin & History

Modern English compound formed from self + care; widely used in health and psychology contexts (especially late 20th century onward).

आधुनिक अंग्रेज़ी का संयुक्त शब्द (self + care); स्वास्थ्य और मनोविज्ञान के संदर्भों में व्यापक रूप से प्रयुक्त (विशेषकर 20वीं सदी के उत्तरार्ध से)।

Definition

Self-care refers to the deliberate actions a person takes to look after their body and mind, such as rest, healthy food, exercise, relaxation, and seeking support when needed.

सेल्फ-केयर/स्व-देखभाल से आशय उन जानबूझकर किए गए कार्यों से है जिनके द्वारा व्यक्ति अपने शरीर और मन का ध्यान रखता है—जैसे पर्याप्त आराम, पौष्टिक भोजन, व्यायाम, तनाव कम करना, और आवश्यकता होने पर सहायता लेना।

Parts of Speech

Noun:
Self-care is essential for managing stress and preventing burnout.
तनाव को संभालने और बर्नआउट से बचने के लिए स्व-देखभाल आवश्यक है।

Usage Examples

She practices self-care by sleeping on time and taking short walks every day.
After a busy week, he scheduled some self-care: a check-up and a quiet evening.
Self-care can include asking for help when you feel overwhelmed.
The workshop focused on mental health and self-care strategies.

Synonyms

Self-maintenance Personal care Wellness practices Health maintenance

Antonyms

Self-neglect Neglect Self-abandonment

Related Forms

Noun
Self-care / Self-care routine / Self-care practice
Adjective
Self-caring (rare)

Idioms & Phrases

An act of self-care
स्व-देखभाल का एक कदम
Self-care isn’t selfish
स्व-देखभाल स्वार्थ नहीं है
Prioritize self-care
स्व-देखभाल को प्राथमिकता देना