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Mum, wife, carer, cleaner, cook... you’re a talented lady with a busy schedule! But it’s important not to forget about yourself in amongst all that running around you do for others. Taking a bit of time out for yourself – a little bit of selfish time – does you the world of good. When you do something you enjoy, it makes you feel happy and puts everything back into perspective. And when you feel happy, it makes everyone around you feel happy too.

Kathy Lette

Author
Listen to her hilarious podcast ><i>'All Steamed Up'</i>, about a typical British mum dealing with the ups and downs of those pivotal moments in a woman's life. Plus, watch her interview.

Jenni Trent Hughes

Psychologist
Why is selfish time so important? Read our research, take a quiz to find out whether you're in need of pampering, and get time saving tips.