Self-love is vital for everyone . It is the state of showing self-appreciation and love . Self-love starts with loving who you are . Love every square inch of your body , from the longest hair on your head to the sole of your feet . Embrace the perfections and the imperfections while working to your best . Self-love includes acknowledging the past , accepting the present , while looking forward to the future with an optimistic attitude . Self-love is not comparing yourself to others or pointing out your imperfections .
It is not negative self-talk , but the pure and simple love for self . It also extends grace . The same grace that we so quickly extend to others in kind gestures , compliments , and gifts . Do those very same things for yourself . It has been said , “ You can ’ t truly love someone else or embrace real love until you first love yourself .”
Where does one start ? Begin first thing in the morning . Give thanks for being cared for through the night , and waking up the next day . Realizing God deliberately watched over you , and allowed you to have the full use of your faculties . His love , grace , strength , and forgiveness endure forever and are perfect .
Second , take the time to acknowledge yourself . Off to the mirror and greet yourself with a friendly smile and a welcoming , “ Good Morning .” Third , apply the principles of self-love to your life .
10-Principles to New Self-Love
1 . Begin within – Take notice of the many blessings you have , that you are and that you provide and share with those around you . Give thanks for the perfect love that kept you through the night that has surely brought you a very long way .
2 . Take good care of yourself . Work to make good food decisions . Drink plenty of water and pass up that close parking spot so you can take a few more steps . Schedule and keep those annual doctor ’ s appointments and show up EARLY !
3 . Learn something new about yourself . Discover your true passion . What is that one thing you enjoy doing so much that you would do even if you were not being paid ? Allow yourself to enjoy doing it .
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