During the month of February, thoughts turn to love. It’s
delightful to be in love with that special someone, especially when spring is around
the corner and love is in the air. Yet having a significant other and being in
a relationship isn’t the only way to find love.
Loving yourself is much more important!
Self-care is a buzzword these days, but few people
talk about self-love, perhaps because we aren’t taught to love ourselves. In
fact, we’re taught the opposite—that loving yourself is selfish.
But nothing could be further from the truth. Loving
yourself is one of the best things you can do for yourself! When you love
yourself, you have greater self-confidence, a higher sense of self-worth, and you
are able to experience greater grace, peace, and joy in your life.
So, what exactly is self-love?
Self-love is fully accepting yourself, treating
yourself with patience, kindness, compassion, and respect. It’s nurturing your personal
growth and overall wellbeing. Self-love is knowing that you’re doing the best
you can and thinking about yourself in a positive and loving way.
It’s making sure you nurture yourself first, so you
have the time and energy to be there for others. The relationships in your life
are a mirror of your relationship with yourself, so loving yourself enables you
to love others more deeply.
10 Ways to Love Yourself
More:
- Practice positive self-talk.
- Don’t beat yourself up over mistakes; instead, think of them as learning opportunities.
- Remember you are doing the best you can.
- Leave the past where it belongs—in the past.
- Forgive yourself.
- Give yourself permission to say no.
- Make time for what makes you happy.
- Notice and appreciate your efforts...and remind yourself of your worth.
- Cultivate self-acceptance...love yourself just the way you are.
- Don’t compare yourself to others...instead embrace beautiful, unique you!
On this
Valentine’s Day (and this week, and next week, and the next...) shower yourself
with all the love you deserve. You deserve it...remember, there is only one
beautiful, unique you!
“You have within you more love than you could ever understand.”–Rumi
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This blog was written by Chris Clifford/Sedona Hutton, bestselling author of stories with uplifting themes and inspired ideas.
Photo by Averie Woodard at Unsplash.
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Work
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His job is to drive fast. Hers is
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