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Option 1: Self-Care Done Right: Learn What Makes Italian Self-Care So Effective
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Option 1: 8 Self-Care Practices We Can Learn from The the Italians

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Self-care means is all about looking after yourself and staying healthy, both physically and mentally.
When you take care of yourself, you become more productive and confident. You also tend to be happier
and more optimistic, which allowings you to live in the moment and truly enjoy life.

For Italians, the phrase is “la dolce vita,” which means “the sweet life.” They believe that taking the time
to enjoy things is important vital in maintaining a happy existence.

In this post, we’re covering some self-care practices that the Italians observe and why they’re so effective
and popular. Read on to learn what makes the Italian lifestyle such a timeless trend.

The Italian Wellness Philosophy

Italians have always known and understood that self-care is a necessity rather than a luxury. It’s that clear
awareness of life’s need for balance that allows them to live well. And tThis mentality ultimately runs
through all aspects of their lives and activities – —from wine -drinking to socializing and, of course,
leisure.

Learning From the Italians: 8 Self-Care Tips

1. Eat (and cook with) natural ingredients.

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Italians are generally known to eat and cook fresh, natural ingredients. They prefer to prepare homemade
meals rather than order takeout. The flavor that stays with you after consuming an Italian dish comes from
the skillful blend of authentic recipes harmonizing together to give you a blast of the Mediterranean diet. 

2. Drink your coffee in moderation.

In Italy, a “coffee” is what others would call espresso— – thata tiny shot of the black stuffcoffee. This is a
contrast tocontrasts the triple, soy, venti, no-foam lattes one might get at a regular coffee shop, which
offers enough caffeine to feed, say, a group of six people. For Italians, moderation is key, and living is
about enjoyment, not excess.

3. Savor some wine.

There’s a famous Italian expression: “il vino fa buon sangue.” Literally translated, it means “good wine
makes good blood.” 

Wine is not just considered a drink in Italy— – it’s a part of the Italian culture. That’s why it’s common to
see Italians savoring a glass or two during lunch and dinner.

Although no research has established a cause-and-effect link between drinking alcohol and better heart
health, several studies have found an association between wine and a lower risk of cardiovascular
disease.

4. Take a walk.

A cultural fixture in Italy is the principle of “lo struscio,” which means “the art of slow living.” It can refer to
simply taking a walk, which is an art in itself in this European country.

In the evenings and on weekends, the main strada (or street) is closed to traffic so that people can stroll,
enjoy the outdoors, and let go of the day’s worries. Lined with caféscafes, shops, and often a central park,
the street itself becomes the social hub. Everyone comes out for a walk, stopping to have a chit-chat or
grab an espresso. .

5. Give leisure time a priority.

In Italy, leisure time is taken very seriously. The average Italian puts in 36 work hours per week. National
laws limit labor to 40 hours per week, with no more than eight additional hours of overtimeovertime hours.
Italians also get four weeks of paid vacation time per year, affording them enough time to relax so that
they’ll come back feeling reinvigorated.

6. Get enough sleep.

Italians practice getting a full night of beauty sleep. With complete night rest, the body gets the chance to
recharge and repair damaged cells. If you can’t squeeze in the recommended eight 8 hours, find a
moment in the day to slow down. The key is to pause and rest for a bit, just like what the Italians do.

7. Adopt a minimalist beauty routine.

When it comes to skin care, Italians take a minimalistic approach and practice healthy habits. They stick
to the essentials and ditch the 10-step regimen. They choose products that contain high-quality botanical
ingredients, preferring those with oils that nourish and hydrate the skin.

8. Practice digital detox.

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There’s a reason digital detox has been was invented. In a society where technology and online
information are making constant noise, going on hiatus mode is good for the soul. It gives you an
opportunity to meet people, make new friends, and enrich your relationships – —something that rarely
happens if you’re always glued to your phonedevices.

Italians are not generally known to be big on social media. They put their phones away to connect and
interact with the people around themm. After all, a person who isn’t crouched over their device is so much
easier to talk to than someone who is. 

Self-Care iIs a Necessity

Italians regard “godimento” or enjoyment as an important essential part of life. They take the time to
socialize and have fun. This is because, for them, self-care is a necessity and not a luxury self-care is a
necessity and not a luxury for them.

In dealing with day-to-day life, we can learn from the Italians. It would be nice to make it a habit to take a
break and slow down for a moment. This is the secret of Italian beauty – —learning how to have fun and
live in the present.

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