Self Love vs Self Care – 5 Self Love Exercises You Must Use Every Day
If you’re not living under a rock, then you’ve heard the terms “self love” and “self care.” They are very trendy terms these days, and you probably know that they are essential for your mental health. But do you know the difference between self love vs self care? They are not the same thing, but they are critical to living a healthy, balanced life. Your self care will take you to new heights when you put these 5 self love exercises into daily practice.
Veronica Bareman
Tag: Loving Yourself
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Love Yourself, Simple ways to do just that
Try Daily Affirmations
You might feel silly jumping on the daily affirmation bandwagon and starting your day with semi-corny phrases like “I’m awesome” and “I’m important.” The truth, though? Research shows it actually does a lot of good for your mental health, and builds your self-worth in the process. Like listed below…
1. I am worthy of a happy life.
2. I deserve to enjoy this day.
3. My past is not a reflection of my future.
4. My future will not cloud my present.
5. I will succeed today.
6. I trust my intuition and knowledge.
7. I am not alone in this world.
8. I am wise enough to make my own decisions.
9. I will better today by helping others.
10. The world around me is full of beauty.
11. The world around me is full of potential.
12. I am a useful and productive participant in this world.
13. I am alive and my body is capable.
14. I am in control of the way I react to any situation.
15. I am in tune with my emotions.
16. No one can dim my inner light.
17. I have many talents to use and be proud of.
18. I feel powerful and energized.
19. I recognize the good in others and the good in me.
20. I accept and love myself for all that I am.
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Accept YOURSELF
If freely loving yourself feels too far away, start with “acceptance”.
Accept yourself. Notice the times where you would normally criticise yourself, and instead start saying, “That’s me, and that’s OK.”
Realize that you are enough.
In a world where people’s value is judged on how they look, how much they earn or what they’ve achieved in life, it often feels difficult to accept that simply being YOU gives you value.
You don’t need anything more. You don’t need to do anything more or be anything more than you are right now.
You were enough the moment you were born, and you will be enough every second of your entire life. Remind yourself everyday: I am enough.
STOP the comparing and judging, already!
We’re taught to compare ourselves to those around us at such a young age. But when you start comparing yourself to others, you get sucked into conforming, competition and not feeling like you’re enough (see #2).
The truth is, your value is immeasurable and has nothing to do somebody else’s value.
Judgment is just another form of comparing, and our judgment of others reflects the judgment we put on ourselves. So when you notice yourself judging someone, find ways to show them compassion instead. In offering to others, you’ll likely find it much easier to extend compassion and understanding to yourself.
Respect yourself and set boundaries.
Any quality relationship involves respect and healthy (enforced) boundaries. So respect yourself enough to compassionately let the people around you know what is and isn’t OK with you. Don’t be afraid to say, “No” if you do actually mean NO because that’s how you set healthy boundaries!
Make time for personal QT.
Quality time is important in any relationship—your relationship with yourself is no different!
Take time to enjoy things that really feel good to you. Spend time learning to feel happy in your own company. Take yourself to the movies, spend time doing yoga, cook your favorite meal or simply curl up on the sofa with your favourite book. The point is: make time for YOU.
Do something you love every day
It’s easy to let self-care slip, especially when life gets busy, but make it a priority to replenish yourself. After all, love really is all you need — it just has to begin with you.
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