“When we self-regulate well, we are better able to control the trajectory of our emotional lives and resulting actions based on our values and sense of purpose.”
-Amy Leigh Mercree
Self-love and self-care are popular topics these days. In my opinion, important areas to not just overlook.
What does self-love mean to you?
Pause here for a moment, take a deep breathe in... exhale slowly... repeat three times... calm your mind and be present...
Self-love, by definition, is:
regard for one's own well-being and happiness (chiefly considered as a desirable rather than narcissistic characteristic).
Why is self-love important?
... before you read more, formulate an answer in your mind... no cheating...
Self-love is important because it is the root of all love. If one doesn't love themselves, they cannot fully give love to others and cannot receive love from others. Self-love is the confidence and belief that one is lovable and can love.
(Related Article: https://upjourney.com/why-is-self-love-important)
A Seven-Step Prescription for Self-Love:
1. Become mindful- Know what you think, feel, and want and act on that knowledge, rather than on what others want from you.
2. Act on what you need rather than what you want- Stay focused on what you need, turn away from what feels good, exciting, or the automatic behavior patterns that get you into trouble.
3. Practice good self-care- Take better care of your basic needs. Nourish yourself daily through healthy activities, sound nutrition, exercise, proper sleep, intimacy, and social interactions.
4. Set boundaries- set limits, say no to work, love, or activities that deplete or harm you physically, emotionally, and spiritually, or express poorly who you are.
5. Protect yourself- Bring the right people into your life... get rid of the "frenemies' There isn't enough time in your life to waste on people who want to take away the shine on your face.
6. Forgive yourself- Accept your humanness. You are not perfect. Practice being less hard on yourself when you make a mistake.
7. Live Intentionally- Live with purpose and design. Make decisions that support your intention and feel good about yourself when you succeed. Establish your living intentions.
(Related Article: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/get-hardy/201203/seven-step-prescription-self-love )
“Nourishing yourself in a way that helps you blossom in the direction you want to go is attainable, and you are worth the effort.”
-Deborah Day
Self-care is closely related to self love. One who practices self-love would also reasonably devote some attention to self-care.
What is your definition of self-care?
... think about it and come up with an answer... the concept means different things to different people...
Oxford dictionary defines it this way:
Self Care is the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health... taking an active role in protecting one's own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.
Why is self-care important to you?
...Is this something you have been neglecting..?
Self-care is important to maintain a healthy relationship with yourself as it produces positive feelings and boosts your confidence and self-esteem. Also, self-care is necessary to remind yourself and others that you and your needs are important too. ... ensures that you stay sharp, motivated and healthy.
10 Small, Simple Self-Care Habits to get you started: https://www.forbes.com/sites/payout/2017/09/19/practicing-self-care-is-important-10-easy-habits-to-get-you-started/#6203f023283a
How will you practice self-love and self-care today... and encourage others to do the same?
Something to think about for sure... Let's be intentional... share the information... make some small changes... develop good habits... and watch what happens.
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you got this!
Coach Tavia
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