"Taking time for yourself means, to set time aside for
yourself consciously. This time should be meant for you and you alone. It
is not meant to be time alone to catch up on the chores on your to-do
list. It is also not supposed to be time spent with your partner.
Putting aside some time that is truly for yourself means you get to spend
time on your own doing what you want to do, not what anyone else thinks
you should be doing. These moments alone can give you time to process your
thoughts and feelings. Plus, if you are an introvert, alone time gives you
a much-needed break to recharge your batteries before your next social
interaction.
During your moments spent alone, you can also practice self-reflection and
self-awareness. You can begin to understand yourself more. There is no one
else you need to perform for and no one you need to impress. This means
you can just be yourself and observe what that feels like.
In these moments of solitude, you can also start to understand what type
of self-care you need. You can experiment with different things you want
to try and see what works best for you." ~ Shonna Waters