Self-care is the practice of taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress. It is an important part of a person's mental health, and according to the National Institute of Mental Illness (NAMI), consists of six elements:

1. Physical

2. Psychological

3. Emotional

4. Spiritual

5. Social

6. Professional

Parents

Below are several self-care resources for parents:

• Why Self-Care is Essential to Parenting (Child Mind Institute)
• Try These 8 Tips to Reduce Parenting Stress During the Coronavirus Pandemic (The Conversation)
• Mindfulness Exercises for Parents (Mindfulness Exercises)
• A Mindfulness Practice for Stressed-Out Parents (Mindful.org)
• 25 Simple Self-Care Tools for Parents (Psychology Today)

Staff

Below are several self-care resources for educators:

• Self-Care for Teachers (Western Carolina University)
• Wellness & Self-Care (COVID-19 K-12 Counseling)
• How Teachers Can Navigate Difficult Emotions During School Closures (Greater Good, UC Berkeley)
• Stress Management for Educators (Greater Good, UC Berkeley)
• 7 Videos to Help Educators Practice Mindfulness & De-Stress (Aperature Ed)