Hey there,
Ever had one of those days where you just couldn't get out of bed? Not because you were lazy, but because your body and mind simply said, "Enough"?
I did. At 26, I was a successful physiotherapist. On paper, I had it all.
But my body knew better. My body had kept the Score.
All those seemingly unconscious choices over the past 12 months and even 5 years had compounded into a vessel that was on empty.. mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually and even biologically.
I'm sure you can relate to a moment like this in your life.
A dark night of the soul... A moment whether we question if we had pushed the limits too far... asking whether we would be able to get ourselves "back to normal".
In this moment. I couldn't even remember what normal felt like.
What did it feel like to wake up happy and excited about life?
What did it feel like to get out of bed and just go for a run without having an hour routine to just get my mind and body willing?
What did it feel like to wake up with energy and not be tired?
That day changed everything. It was the beginning of a journey I never expected to take.
Why is all of this important to me?
You see, I grew up with a single mom who worked tirelessly to give my brother and me every opportunity. She taught me the value of hard work, but also the importance of compassion and empathy. I saw firsthand the toll that relentless striving can take on a person. Carers, needing care, but having no other choice than to keep going.
Then, there was my dad. He was a talented artist, but he struggled with mental health issues. I watched him fall through the cracks of a system that wasn't designed to support him.
These experiences shaped my passion for helping others. I became a physiotherapist, driven by a desire to heal and empower. But I was so focused on helping others that I forgot to take care of myself.
Difference between being a nice person and a good one
I was the ultimate "good person - good heart, good intent", couldn't hurt a fly, ultimately a "people pleaser" in a broken system. I was a statistic of the very thing I was trying to change.
One dreary winter morning, I woke up in a state of complete burnout. I couldn't even get out of bed. It was a wake-up call.
That's when I started asking the right questions. Here are 18 question prompts for those that are curious be real with themselves too. The man or woman in the mirror moment.
My "Hero's Journey" Joseph Campbell Esq.
I traveled the world, exploring ancient wisdom and cutting-edge science. I wore elephant pants in Bali, danced ecstatically, and sat in silence for days. I learned about the power of nature, the importance of connection, and the transformative power of the mind.
I found harmony in nature, stillness and breath.
I was called to bring some powerful plants into my life, grand mother Aya. I was seeking for the answers in the branches of the trees of life, only to be reminded that they are found in the roots.
She reminded me that love is the answer. She asked me if I was choosing love or fear? The answers had always been within. Everything was just guiding me home to myself.
I realized that true health wasn't about fixing what was broken, but nourishing what was whole. Celebrating, supporting and nourishing what we want more of in life, rather than fighting the energy we don't want in our lives.
SelfCare is an endless journey of mastering ourselves
This realization became the foundation of my SelfCare philosophy. It's not about quick fixes, silver bullets, gurus or fad diets. It's about a whole-istic approach to well-being that addresses every aspect of your being. It's personalized, it's inside out. It's me vs me. Supported by the collective "we".
I realized that I didn't get here alone.
I was never meant to do it alone
I reflected for a minute.
"It took a community to raise me as a child" reflecting on my mum, the local community, every teacher and friend that had been there to support my growth
"It takes a community to heal the sick" reflecting on the medical system I worked in. At times we would have a brains trust of 10 or more people in service of one persons health and wellbeing. Working on every level to make sure they left the hospital one day.
"It takes connection to live towards longevity together".
I reflected on the balinese philosophy of "Tri Hita Karana".
A place that called me home without knowing why. This philosophy evolved what connection meant to me.. It wasn't just a connection to ourselves and others, it was a connection to nature and energetically to "spirit", living its essence and energy in every action. Karma wasn't just a nice word, it was a way of living in harmony with the world around us.
Dissolving the illusion of separation between this and that, me and them was just the beginning.
I imagined a child standing on the moon looking down at the earth. What would they see? They wouldn't see borders, flags, races, religions or any other mental construct that we as humans created in past centuries and millennia. Just a big blue planet, symbiotically living as one macro-biome. Together.
I wrote the SelfCare book to share what I learned.
It's a roadmap to a life of vibrant health, unshakeable confidence, and limitless energy. Health from within, happiness from within and connection to all that is and has ever been.
But the book was just the beginning.
Community is where the change really happens
I created SelfCare Skool to build a community of people who are committed to living their best lives. It's a place where you can:
I created what I needed for myself over the last 10 years, in the hope that it makes your journey a little bit easier and more expansive.
Hopefully the 15 years of time I spent exploring the wellness system rabbit holes, expansive branches of each medicine and the depths of the roots will save you time, energy and money.
- Learn the 12 Medicines of SelfCare framework
- Learn how to apply the lessons to filling your own cup each day
- Master the 8 Simple Steps to Self-Mastery to align from the inside-out.
- Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals
- Access expert guidance and resources, mine and others networks too.
- Reciprocate, giving and supporting others in their journeys too
- Experience transformative and fun "gamified" wellness challenges
- Become a certified Lifestyle Medicine Coach (SelfCare to Self Mastery)
Here's what you get when you join SelfCare Skool:
- Daily micro-lessons (just 6 minutes videos each! 30 mins of action)
- Monthly deep-dive workshops and exclusive interviews with wellness leaders (priceless, some charge 5k or more for a keynote)
- Monthly live Q&As with me and our network of embodied wellness leaders (priceless)
- A supportive community of health enthusiasts, seekers and solution providers (priceless)
- SelfCare Tools and Resources Vault, that evolves as we do.
- Your personalized SelfCare to Self Mastery roadmap
- Progress tracking app ((Value: $150)
- Exclusive "8 Days to Thrive" monthly challenges to help you master one medicine at a time ((Value: $97)
- Lifestyle Medicine Academy Certification opportunity
Plus, you'll receive:
- The SelfCare Workbook - Your Personal Transformation Guide (Value: $37)
- The 8 Simple Steps to Self-Mastery Framework
- Free SelfCare eBook - Your Gateway to Holistic Wellness (Value: $29)
- The 12 Medicines Framework - Your Roadmap to Optimal Health
Bonus Opportunities to grow with us
And for our most dedicated members:
- Free 1-on-1 Discovery Call with me, Rory Callaghan. Let's keep it human.
(Complete the 8 Days to Thrive challenge to qualify) - Personal Invitation to the Lifestyle Medicine Academy. To teach what you learn and embody. (Limited to 111 people - Complete challenges and engage with the community to qualify)
- Exclusive 1-on-1 Mentoring for Wellness and Concious Business
(Limited to 1 business and 5 individuals per month - Take massive action to qualify) - Invitation to the Wellness Leaders Partnership Mastermind: "WeCare"
(For those who complete all previous levels and demonstrate exceptional impact)
Are You in? Hell yes, or hell no :) makes life simple.
- Are you ready to transform your life?
- To become the best version of yourself?
- To join and be part of a movement that's changing lives around the world?
Click here to secure your spot in SelfCare Skool now:
Remember, this isn't just about you.
As you thrive, you create ripples of positive change in the world.
Our mission is to remind people that they have never needed to be fixed—only nourished.
Our vision is a world where self-care is the foundation for global well-being. We need your help to create a ripple effect of positive change in this generation, for the next. It starts with you and me, then our own front doorsteps, families and communities.
The world doesn't need another burnt-out hero.
It needs you. At your best. Fully alive.
Your journey to extraordinary health and life begins now. A new normal, a new earth together.
Welcome to the SelfCare Revolution.
About Rory "me"
Rory Callaghan is the founder of SelfCare Global, author of "SelfCare: Lifestyle Medicine for the People," and creator of the 12 Medicines framework. He's helped over 1000 lifestyle entrepreneurs, 211 wellness businesses, and built a community of 52,000+ members in a previous wellness venture.
His approach focuses on the power of small, consistent actions - improving by 1% each day to compound your health and wellness.
Would you at least consider giving yourself this gift of transformation?
Remember, your health is your greatest wealth. Invest in yourself today, and watch as your entire life transforms. The only investment is time and maybe the money you spend on a coffee once a month.
I can't wait to welcome you to our SelfCare family!
Big Love!
Rory Callaghan
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