Self-care is a topic Mya is particularly passionate about, and in this episode we take a deep dive into what self-care means for people who practice rope.Although many of our episodes touch on aspects of caring for ourselves and our partners, this conversation focuses specifically on building self-care practices that support a healthy and sustainable relationship with rope.Topics include:• What self-care is and what it isn't• Why self-care is important in rope practice• The foundations of effective self-care• How self-care can look different for tops and bottoms• Mya and Fox's personal self-care approaches• Why self-awareness is one of the most important self-care skills• The highly individual nature of self-care• Practical ideas to support your own wellbeing• Adapting self-care to different styles and intensities of rope• The relationship between self-care and aftercare• Simple ways to start developing your own rope self-care practicesWhether you're a top, bottom, switch, beginner or experienced practitioner, understanding your own needs can help you create a safer, more enjoyable and more sustainable rope journey.