Self love
Do you know what self love is ?
It's more than changing your hair, getting a new wardrobe and attempting to redefine yourself. self love is gaining an appreciation for yourself through the physical, emotional and spiritual support you provide yourself with. it's not a fixed state but can grow over time though action's that lead to maturity. establishing self love can be a long journey but it's a vital step to improving your mental health and overall happiness.
So, here are a eight tips that may help you along the way.
Forgive yourself: are you incredibly tough on yourself?
Sometime's when you're struggling for perfection you and up overlooking the fact that you're only human. although you may tell yourself that you're just holding yourself accountable, too much self deprecation can be harmful to your mental health. instead learning to forgive yourself for the mistake you make and treating them as opportunities to grow is a step towards practicing self love.
Be mindful: are the goals you set for yourself really what you want and are they pushed onto you by society?
Being introspective and mindful can give you a sense of clarity into who you are how you think and what you want. it arms you with self knowledge that you can use to move forward. some ways to practice mindfulness include keeping a journal meditating and just taking some time to self reflect.
Act on what you need: do you know what gives you energy? What make you happy ?
Perhaps you're feeling overwhelmed with needing to spend so much time with your friends and colleagues but feel bad for wanting to step away. choosing to go anyways may end up draining your energy and leaving you exhausted. that's why it's so important to identify the things that make you feel better versus the things that make you feel worse. knowing what you need and acting on those needs is a from of self love. and it can go a long way for your mental and emotional well-being.
Set boundaries : are there certain behaviors that you're not willing to put up with ?
The purpose of setting boundaries is not to kick people out of your life but rather to help you identify what is acceptable and welcomed in your life and what's not. healthy boundaries help you filter out things that drain your energy harm you emotionally, physically and spiritually. a way to set boundaries is by stating with hierarchy of needs. figure out what you need to feel loved and accepted and then work from there.
Protect yourself: what type of people do you surround yourself with ?
Another way to practice self love is to protect yourself. this may mean bringing people into your life who will be supportive and who contribute to your emotional, mental and spiritual health instead of tearing it apart. getting rid of fake friends and anyone who takes pleasure in your misery is important for yourself esteem and self confidence.
Live intentionally: what makes your eyes light up ?
What inspires you?
Sometime's it's easy to just follow a routine in your day to day life to the point where you stopped giving it much thought but it's important to live life with intention and to make choices that help you move towards your goals.
Show up for yourself : do you scold yourself when you don't finish everything you set out to do ?
There will be times where you don't accomplish everything you plan to do but acknowledging the effort you've given and the amount you have done is important. it's easy to focus on only your fault but showing yourself kindness and compassion even in how you talk to yourself can help override some of the negative mental patterns you may have and help you feel loved and supported.
Practice self care: do you tend to ignore your needs sometime's?
Taking care of your basic needs is an act of love. even taking s ten minutes out of your day to check in and provide yourself with what you need can help you feel a lot better. whether it's soaking in a hot bath, eating something healthy and even working out. practicing self care can go a long way for your mental health and your happiness.
Have you practice any of these
types of self love?
Thank you.......
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