If there is one thing I have learned from getting strep throat three times in the same month, having a mini-meltdown because there were no more Oreos, or crying due to the stress of school, friends, and life, it shows that self-care is one of the most important things a person can do for themselves- and here's why.

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Am I the type of person that loves saying yes to going out, helping others, and always willing to drop whatever is going on to be there for a friend or family member? Absolutely. If there is one thing I have learned this past year, its that sometimes it is okay to make a decision that will better yourself.

What do I mean by that exactly? Well, sometimes by saying no to something, or making a choice that is not the easy one- you are helping yourself.

By learning how to make decisions for the betterment of your own mental or physical health you aren't being rude or selfish. You are taking care of yourself. And that is so important.

Being in college I am constantly on the go, going to classes, going to meet up with friends, going out. Sometimes you need to stop, slow down, and take time to breathe. It is ok to not go to that party, it is ok to stay in and watch a movie, it is ok to want to call home.

It is your life, your mind, your body, and ultimately YOU are the only one that has control over it. It is time to start bettering yourself. Instead of being the "yes woman," I started learning how to care for me. And once I accepted that I can't please everyone, my overall happiness and wellbeing started to improve greatly.