While we are seeking love from others and searching for fulfillment. I decided to write a post on why practicing self-love is essential. We need to look at our inner-selves to find happiness. And to know through all the crazy times in life, that it is okay to take a break every once in a while and reward ourselves.
Self-love
Many of us have multiple tasks to accomplish each day and don’t spend enough time loving ourselves. Self-love is an action you take to meet your physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental needs. Everything you can do to make yourself feel good and improve because you deserve it.
Constantly, we are putting others needs before our own and this commonly adds stress to our lives. Being there for others is a good quality but make sure to be there for yourself too! Being too stressed out can make life difficult and unenjoyable if we don’t take the time to rest and practice self-love.
What self-love is to me
There are a lot of people that spend so much time on their outside looks like fitness, make-up, and clothes. But they don’t take time to accept, love, and better themselves from within. Our generation is so involved with social media and being updated on the lives of others. We wake up and begin scrolling through the online world and our minds are filled with unrealistic standards.
We tend to compare ourselves to others a lot from what we see posted online and in magazines. Our self-esteem and confidence are lowered because we don’t feel like we meet those beauty requirements. We then post a picture of ourselves but edit out all the flaws and the unique qualities that makes us, us.
We need to stop comparing ourselves to others because we are our own kind of beautiful.
Our body that we live in is something we should be proud of and celebrate. But I have heard so many people (and even myself), criticize the body that they live in. I am trying each day to work on this and be more loving to myself and proud because the person within is what really matters!
The more we can accept and love ourselves the happier we will be. Also, stress will be reduced, and we can do more good in the world!
Whenever I feel like I am at my lowest of lows is when I need to practice self-love the most. Immediately, I stop saying degrading things about myself and feeling worthless. And instead, I look at all the things that I have accomplished. Then, I stop taking my body for granted and decide to thank it for all it has done for me.
I take the time to moisturize my skin, appreciate my senses, and learn more about myself. My self-love time is full of gratitude and treating my body like a loving vessel. Caring about what goes into my body can help me receive the best energy that I can get. And by getting the energy I am more likely to look and feel good. Self-love is nothing but greatness.
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Here I am in Switzerland, next to a swan…acting like a swan… People may call me weird but oh well, at least I am happy 🙂
Next time you find yourself thinking or saying, “I really need to do something for myself”, get to practicing some self-love. Everyone needs to care for themselves to have a full and happy life. And there are many ways that you can do this for free!
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Once you have that self-love, you won’t be in a constant search to find love within others because you have fulfilled it yourself.
So go ahead and start now… I mean what are you waiting for?
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46 Comments
I love what you are doing!!
Thank you, that means a lot to me !!
I am not one that gets influenced by social media with all its facade but I’ve got many lives depending on me. This is where I put them all first before me. Well, it’s difficult but this is where a little self(ish) lobe zooms in.
Thanks for sharing.
Yes, it is great to care for others just don’t leave yourself out!!! You deserve the world too, ya know? Thanks for reading.
Very good blog 🙂 You write about interesting and important things.Lovely pictures .
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Wish you a great day Many Hugs MinikeGirl 🙂
Wow, thanks so much, I appreciate that! I checked out your blog, I enjoyed the writing and content and the music was super fun to listen to as well! Keep up the good work(:
What a lovely blog post – I can be really hard on myself sometimes and it is difficult to step away and see all of the good. But it is so incredibly important to take care of oneself!
Yes, being too hard on ourselves is common, setting aside time to appreciate ourselves is a necessity!
Thanks for reading:)
I liken it to putting your oxygen mask on first, and then those of your kids. Of course my kids will have already forcefully yanked down my mask, and broken it in two in the process. But I fervently believe they’re just trying to help! ????
Lol this is great!!! You’re a trip Maggie, thanks for reading(:
Nice post. Thanks for sharing. If more people practiced this, bullies wouldn’t be able to cause so much pain because people would know their own worth, regardless of what others may say.
Wow Lisa, that is a great addition to the many bonuses to self-love! I totally agree with you on that one. Thanks for sharing and for reading as well(:
Thank you for sharing, and reminding us that we are all unique and beautiful in our own way.
Yes, thanks for stopping by my page! Glad you enjoyed it.
I’ve been telling myself I am proud of the way I handled XYZ to give myself the love I’m seeking. These are great suggestions!
I am glad you have been practicing self-love, it is such a wonderful activity to spend some time doing. Thanks for reading!
Yes! So many people think that self-love (in the way that you describe it) is SELFISH, but it’s not. It’s necessary so that we can then love others.
Yes, some may think it is selfish but it is definitely needed since we are always so busy and many of us are trying to please others.
Thanks for reading!
Way to go. Love the message. Keep writing.
Thanks so much Verla!
We all need to take time to love ourselves. It is OK to work to be better while still loving your current self!
This is very true, personal development is important in all areas of our lives. We should all continue to strive for improvement. Thanks for the comment!
Lol I love the pic of you and the swan. Even acting weird you look really nice. I definitely need to practice some self-love. I’ve been so caught up with work and focusing on my family I tend to forget myself. Maybe a haircut and nail appointment are in order
Hahha that is so great, thank you so much. It is definitely a funny picture. & Yes, I am so glad that this post has helped open your eyes to that and I hope you begin to make some time for yourself. Go schedule yourself an appointment !! Lol… and thanks for reading!
This was a good reminder to not get caught up in social media and trying to stay caught up with all your friends. Just because they are doing something fun, doesn’t mean I can’t be enjoying my life where it is at that moment.
Yes, that is exactly right Alexis! I am glad this helped you realize this. Keep striving to be you(:
Thanks for the comment
Great post Charisma! Self-love is so important. We can’t give love if we are not able to love ourselves.
You got that one right Edel!! Thanks for reading(:
This is so very important!!!! I have two daughters and hear the way they talk about themselves. It reminds me I need to be an example.
Yes, mothers definitely set examples of self-love for their daughters, it is so important. Thanks for the comment and stopping by(:
Self-love is so important. Without it, you will never be happy.
Yes, Laura I totally agree that self-love brings confidence and happiness. Thanks for the comment.
Self love is very important- it’s the first step to being happier. 🙂
Yes, Heidi! Thanks for reading
This is beautifully written! Always a great reminder to love yourself!
Thanks so much I appreciate that:)
Social media has created a plethora of confidence and self image issues and learning how to appreciate your authentic self and teaching others to do the same is the best way to combat that.
It is very sad but true, especially right now. Thanks for reading Jenna!
Great guidance for a happy life! Love it!
Thanks Georgette!
Great post! It’s so important that we remind ourselves to love who we are, flaws and all!
Yes, I am hoping that this post is a reminder for those who don’t do this to begin practicing self-love 🙂 Thanks for reading!
Love this!!! It’s so easy to forget to love yourself.
This is so true Kristy. I am glad you enjoyed this post!
Very inspiring. Keep up the good work!
thank you 🙂