For the longest time, I was a self-care skeptic. Apart from the occasional trip to the salon, I didn't think I needed it. Self-care seemed like an indulgence for those who could afford to splurge on massages, facials, and afternoon naps. After my daughters were born, the little time I had for such frivolities whittled down to just enough to shower and brush my teeth.So what's changed? I guess growing older (and hopefully wiser) has me seeking opportunities to relax and recharge. Maybe it's a way to combat the winter doldrums or a coping mechanism for what seems[...]