What is 'Other Care'?

We all know that self-care is important, but what about “other care”?  Helping those around you has a huge range of benefits, not only for others but also for yourself.

Whether you’re volunteering your time or making a donation, giving to others helps you in several ways, including

• It allows you to feel good about yourself and boosts your self-esteem
• It improves your sense of wellbeing and physical health
• It creates a sense of belonging in your community
• It strengthens your relationship with others and helps to build new friendships
• Giving to those around you makes it more likely for them to reciprocate the kindness
• It might help you to live longer by preventing isolation and reducing stress

There are many things that you can do to help other people. It doesn’t need to be anything expensive or strenuous. Even the smallest acts of kindness can make a huge difference to the lives of those around you, such as helping somebody with their shopping bags or checking in on a friend to find out how they are doing.