QUESTION: What does a date with yourself look like?
How do the words above resonate with you?
Pause here for a moment and free yourself from distractions:
Take a deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... calm your mind and be present...
Reading on of my favorite devotionals this morning, I was reminded of this:
*You are worthy of your own company.
worthy /noun/
a person notable or important in a particular sphere.
Once you believe in yourself, everything else has a way of falling into place.
Not quite convinced? Check out these seven reasons you should spend more time alone:
7 Science-Backed Reasons You Should Spend More Time Alone
by Amy Morin, Psychotherapist and international bestselling mental strength author
1. Alone time increases empathy: Spending time alone helps you develop more compassion for people who may not fit into your ‘inner circle.’
2. Solitude increases productivity: People perform better when they have a little privacy.
3. Solitude sparks creativity: Being alone with your thoughts gives your brain a chance to wander, which can help you become more creative.
4. Being alone can help you build mental strength: Studies show the ability to tolerate alone time has been linked to increased happiness, better life satisfaction, and improved stress management.
5. Solitude may reduce behavior problems in kids: When you carve some solitude in your schedule you show your children that being along is a healthy thing to do.
6. Being alone gives you an opportunity to plan your life: Quiet space provides an opportunity think about your goals, your progress, and changes you want to make in your life.
7. Solitude helps you know yourself: Being alone helps you become more comfortable in your own skin. When you’re by yourself, you can make choices without outside influences. And that will help you develop more insight into who you are as a person.
Today’s Task:
Explore some of the good reasons there are for spending time alone.
Create a new habit. Carve out 10 minutes a day to be alone with your thoughts. Get to know yourself.
Consider a date with yourself once a month.
What are you willing to do?
Don’t miss your opportunity. Be intentional, encourage others to do the same and watch what happens.
You got this!
Coach Tavia
References:
How Important Is Alone Time for Mental Health
7 Science-Backed Reasons You Should Spend More Time Alone
*Vanzant, Iyanla; Until Today: Daily Devotions for Spiritual Growth and Peace of Mind. Atria, New York, NY 2020.
Comments