In Parts 1 and 2 of this series, we looked at what happens when your needs go unmet — your window of tolerance narrows, you snap at your kids, and then guilt keeps you stuck in the same patterns.
You know you need to take care of yourself. But how do you actually do that when you’re already running on empty?
Identifying what you actually need
The HALT framework helps you identify the basic states that make everything harder. HALT stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired — and when you’re in any of these states, your window of tolerance gets narrower.
So before you can think about some elaborate self-care routine, start here:
Physical needs: Do you have food that’s actually easy to eat? Are you getting actual rest, or just scrolling through your phone? Are you moving your Get All The Full, Articles. .
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