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Self-care is trending, and there are some common misconceptions. What is self-care really, and how do we use it in a healthy, balanced way?

Some people in their 40s and 50s are facing a new kind of midlife crisis: they are providing direct financial support to elderly parents and their children. Called "The Sandwich Generation" they are drowning in responsibilities for themselves and loved ones -- caught between the roles of parent and child.

The peaks and valleys of life are impossible to predict, so it's important to plan accordingly. Prepare an emotional first aid kit to help you navigate the challenges of life in a healthy way. Fill the kit with things that bring you joy, remind you of what matters to you, and provide you some kind of grounding or comfort.

Self-care isn't one-size-fits-all, you need to develop an understanding of what it is that restores you. And contrary to popular opinion, whatever it is, it doesn't have to be expensive.