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Get coverage for your equipment on- and off-site! More at ascpskincare.com/bpp 49 skin care routine, putting on pajamas, and allowing time to decompress from the day, you'll see how much you gain by disconnecting. Science tells us people feel less stress, have improved focus, sleep better, and have better relationships when they consciously choose to ditch their devices. CARE FOR YOURSELF AND CLIENTS If we want to succeed in this industry, we have to recognize the symbiotic relationship between nurturing others and nurturing ourselves. As estheticians, we pride ourselves on being healers. However, amidst the fulfi lling journey of caring for others, we must not overlook the importance of our self-care. Note 1. Giorgia Bondanini et al., "Technostress Dark Side of Technology in the Workplace: A Scientometric Analysis," International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 21 (November 2020): 8013, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7662498. skin care ritual can be as much about skin care as it can be about self-care. When you intentionally take the time to pull your hair back, carefully cleanse your skin, and apply products as if you're an artist swooshing paint across the most beautiful canvas you've ever seen, you can make all the diff erence in how you feel before going to bed. DIGITAL DETOX All day long, you're exposed to digital distractions. You're constantly connected to the outside world, from televisions to phones to computers and tablets. Whether you're watching the news or scrolling social media, studies have shown digital overload can cause anxiety, insecurity, and loss of productivity, to name a few. 1 Consider doing a nightly digital detox where you don't use a phone, tablet, or television after a set time. When you turn this into a ritual after doing your BEYOND TREATMENT The risk of burnout and compassion fatigue underscores the necessity of safeguarding our own sanctuary—the treatment room. MEDITATION Meditation is often misunderstood as an elusive practice, but it is a powerful tool to quiet the mind and regain control over our thoughts. It can be intimidating because the perceived need for a quiet mind can be challenging to achieve. The goal of meditation isn't to control your thoughts and sit in silence; the goal is to stop letting your thoughts control you. One key thing to know about meditation is that it's diff erent for everyone. For those new to meditation, guided meditation through YouTube or apps like Calm or Headspace can gently lead you down a peaceful, refl ective path where you let the daily chaos disappear. For seasoned meditators, using a sacred meditation space that is comfortable and soothing can elevate your sessions. BREAK OR BE BROKEN Scheduling breaks between clients is essential for recharging. You need this time to refuel your body with nutritious food to reenergize for the next appointment. Plus, taking a break to move around, stretch, and have a short mental respite can do wonders for your energy and concentration levels. Sticking with a set schedule off ers stability, protects you from being mentally and physically drained, and can reduce stress. It should also be noted that healthy business boundaries include off ering online scheduling and responding to clients only during working hours so you can also have a break from your business. PRACTICE WHAT YOU PREACH When your clients use products consistently at home, they get results. You might have 100 products in your bathroom cabinets, but if you're not using them to also nourish and nurture yourself, you're missing a signifi cant opportunity for self-care. A nighttime