The line between self-care and self-indulgence can be very blurry. Often the difference comes down to moderation. I define self-care as something that feels good now and later. A skein of yarn for a scarf I actually knit makes life better. Buying enough yarn for three sweaters and then feeling guilty about not knitting them doesn't feel good in the long run.
I try to indulge in self-care more often -- regular walks and occasional ice cream. It feels pretty good when it is working. When it gets out of balance, I work on the strength for getting back into balance.
The line between self-care and self-indulgence can be very blurry. Often the difference comes down to moderation. I define self-care as something that feels good now and later. A skein of yarn for a scarf I actually knit makes life better. Buying enough yarn for three sweaters and then feeling guilty about not knitting them doesn't feel good in the long run.