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How chilled out are you? Rate your self-care routine here

Chilled out or stressed out? See how you compare to other readers.

ARE YOU KNOWN among your friends as the person who’d keep calm in the middle of a storm – or as the person who’s nearly always stressed about something?

Do you prefer to go with the flow – or is making minute-by-minute schedules and Excel sheets your specialty?

While some people have a tendency to be more relaxed than others, nearly all of us could benefit from chilling out a little more, looking after ourselves a bit better and making better choices.

So, how chilled out are you? See how you compare to other readers by rating the questions below…

BE HONEST

On a scale of 1-10, how chilled out do you feel in general? (10 being very chilled out) 

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TELL US

How important is self-care to you, 10 being very important? 

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DAILY DUTY

How likely are you to do an act of self-care every day, 10 being very likely? 

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From boosting our energy to improving our mood, we all know the benefits of exercising and eating well – but how much do we prioritise it, especially when things get stressful?

WORK IT OUT

You’ve had a stressful day and want to leave it behind you. How likely are you to use exercise as a form of self-care, 10 being very likely?

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FORBIDDEN FRUIT

How important is eating a healthy diet to you for both your body and your mind, 10 being very important?

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SLEEP ON IT

You know you need an early night, but a friend of a friend is having a party. How likely are you to go to the party, 10 being very likely?

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Some people are more extroverted than others – that’s a given – but spending time alone has its benefits. From increasing productivity to helping build mental strength, going solo every once in a while has its plus sides. So, do you make time for you and you only? 

ME TIME

‘Self-care isn’t selfish’: On what level do you agree with this statement, 10 meaning you completely agree? 

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GO IT ALONE

How important is spending time alone to you, 10 being very important?

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More: Take This Quiz And We’ll Give You An Act Of Self-Care To Do

Incorporate self-care into your daily routine by making positive choices, like choosing Lipton Ice Tea. With flavours including Lemon, Peach and now the new Green Tea flavour – made from real green tea leaves -, you can keep refreshed with every sip. Add a little lightness to your day and see the full range here.

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